1968 Innocenti J4 vs. 1993 Lancia Thema
To start off, 1993 Lancia Thema is newer by 25 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Lancia Thema is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lancia Thema (116 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti J4. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lancia Thema should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lancia Thema weights approximately 560 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Lancia Thema (255 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Lancia Thema will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti J4 | 1993 Lancia Thema | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | J4 | Thema |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
