1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 1970 Triumph GT6

To start off, both 1970 Innocenti J4 and 1970 Triumph GT6 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Triumph GT6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Triumph GT6 (104 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 Triumph GT6.

Because 1970 Triumph GT6 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 Triumph GT6. 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 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Innocenti J4 1970 Triumph GT6
Make Innocenti Triumph
Model J4 GT6
Year Released 1970 1970
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 104 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 159 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 64.6 mm 74.7 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.7 mm 76 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 21.5:1 8.8:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 860 kg
Vehicle Length 3720 mm 3740 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1490 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1200 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2110 mm


 

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