1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 1970 Opel GT

To start off, both 1970 Innocenti J4 and 1970 Opel GT were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel GT (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4.

Because 1970 Opel GT 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 Opel GT. 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 Opel GT (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Innocenti J4 1970 Opel GT
Make Innocenti Opel
Model J4 GT
Year Released 1970 1970
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1097 cc 1900 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 56 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 64.6 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.7 mm 69.8 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Length 3720 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1590 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1230 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2440 mm


 

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