1965 Innocenti J4 vs. 1965 Maserati 151
To start off, both 1965 Innocenti J4 and 1965 Maserati 151 were released in the same year (1965). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,046 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Maserati 151 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Maserati 151 (424 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Maserati 151 should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Maserati 151 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1965 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Maserati 151 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 1965 Maserati 151. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti J4 | 1965 Maserati 151 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Maserati |
| Model | J4 | 151 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5046 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
