1969 Innocenti J4 vs. 1984 Saab 900
To start off, 1984 Saab 900 is newer by 15 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Saab 900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Saab 900 (100 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Saab 900 should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Saab 900 weights approximately 330 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.
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, 1984 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Saab 900 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti J4 | 1984 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Saab |
| Model | J4 | 900 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
