1969 Innocenti J4 vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 40 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 1,124 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 600 kg more than 1969 Innocenti J4.
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, 2009 Mitsubishi Colt (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti J4 | 2009 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
| Model | J4 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |
