1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 9 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone.
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, 1979 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Innocenti | Subaru |
| Model | J4 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
