1968 Innocenti J4 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 is newer by 27 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 200 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti J4. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 200 weights approximately 225 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, 1995 Rover 200 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti J4 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Rover |
| Model | J4 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
