1965 Innocenti J4 vs. 1967 Innocenti A 40
To start off, 1967 Innocenti A 40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti J4 would be higher. Both 1965 Innocenti J4 and 1967 Innocenti A 40 are equipped with a 1,098 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1967 Innocenti A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Innocenti A 40 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 1967 Innocenti A 40. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti J4 | 1967 Innocenti A 40 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Innocenti |
| Model | J4 | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2220 mm |
