1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 1978 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corolla is newer by 8 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 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corolla (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1978 Toyota Corolla 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 1978 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1978 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 1978 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | J4 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
