1969 Innocenti J4 vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1970 Opel Manta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Manta (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 95 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 1970 Opel Manta 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 1970 Opel Manta. 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, 1970 Opel Manta (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti J4 | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | J4 | Manta |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
