1970 Abarth 595 vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, both 1970 Abarth 595 and 1970 Innocenti J4 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1970 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Abarth 595 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 Abarth 595. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 595. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Abarth 595 | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
Make | Abarth | Innocenti |
Model | 595 | J4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 46 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2380 mm |