1964 Innocenti J4 vs. 2009 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 45 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti J4. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 2 weights approximately 110 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mazda 2 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Innocenti J4 | 2009 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mazda |
| Model | J4 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
