1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 1969 Nissan Fairlady
To start off, 1970 Innocenti J4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Fairlady. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Fairlady would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Nissan Fairlady is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Nissan Fairlady should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Nissan Fairlady weights approximately 115 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 1969 Nissan Fairlady 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 1969 Nissan Fairlady. 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, 1969 Nissan Fairlady (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Nissan Fairlady will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Innocenti J4 | 1969 Nissan Fairlady | |
Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
Model | J4 | Fairlady |
Year Released | 1970 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |