1967 Ford 12 M vs. 1971 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1971 Innocenti J4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 1,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Ford 12 M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Ford 12 M. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1967 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Ford 12 M 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 Ford 12 M. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Innocenti J4 (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford 12 M. (80 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford 12 M.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford 12 M | 1971 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | 12 M | J4 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2380 mm |
