1968 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1969 Innocenti J4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (82 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Because 1968 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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 Ford Escort (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1969 Innocenti J4 | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Escort | J4 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 40 L |