1966 Innocenti J4 vs. 1957 Porsche 356
To start off, 1966 Innocenti J4 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Porsche 356 (100 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1957 Porsche 356.
Because 1957 Porsche 356 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 1957 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1957 Porsche 356 (120 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti J4 | 1957 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Porsche |
| Model | J4 | 356 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 52 L |
