1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 1989 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1989 Toyota Supra is newer by 19 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Supra weights approximately 680 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 1989 Toyota Supra 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 1989 Toyota Supra. 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, 1989 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Innocenti J4 | 1989 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
Model | J4 | Supra |
Year Released | 1970 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1097 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |