1969 Innocenti J4 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1969 Innocenti J4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 915 kg more than 1969 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK VIII 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 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti J4 | 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Innocenti | Jaguar |
| Model | J4 | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 106 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 | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 77 L |
