1968 Innocenti J4 vs. 1971 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1971 Toyota Corona is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Toyota Corona (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti J4. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Toyota Corona weights approximately 145 kg more than 1968 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona 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 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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 Toyota Corona (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti J4 | 1971 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | J4 | Corona |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 51 L |
