1969 Innocenti J4 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 19 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 130 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti J4 | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | J4 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
