1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1966 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,280 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Abarth 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1968 Abarth 1300 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 1968 Abarth 1300. 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1966 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Abarth | Innocenti |
| Model | 1300 | J4 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 40 L |
