1964 Innocenti J4 vs. 1975 Lada 1200
To start off, 1975 Lada 1200 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lada 1200 (61 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti J4. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lada 1200 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1964 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Lada 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Innocenti J4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Lada 1200 (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Lada 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Innocenti J4 | 1975 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lada |
| Model | J4 | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
