1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 1975 Lancia Stratos
To start off, 1975 Lancia Stratos is newer by 5 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 100 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 1975 Lancia Stratos 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 1975 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 1975 Lancia Stratos | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | J4 | Stratos |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 60 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2190 mm |
