1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 1974 Renault 17
To start off, 1974 Renault 17 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Renault 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Renault 17 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Renault 17 should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Renault 17 weights approximately 203 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.
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, 1974 Renault 17 (136 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Renault 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 1974 Renault 17 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | J4 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
