1967 Innocenti J4 vs. 1996 Lotus Elise
To start off, 1996 Lotus Elise is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lotus Elise (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Lotus Elise.
Because 1996 Lotus Elise 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 1996 Lotus Elise. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1996 Lotus Elise (169 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti J4 | 1996 Lotus Elise | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lotus |
| Model | J4 | Elise |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 40 L |
