1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, both 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 132 kg more than 1970 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider 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 Alfa Romeo Spider. 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.
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1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Innocenti |
Model | Spider | J4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2380 mm |