1970 Datsun 100A Cherry vs. 1965 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
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, 1965 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry. (81 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Datsun 100A Cherry | 1965 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Datsun | Innocenti |
| Model | 100A Cherry | J4 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 988 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2380 mm |
