1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 1990 Audi V8
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 is newer by 20 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 910 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 1990 Audi V8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Innocenti J4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4. 1990 Audi V8 has automatic transmission and 1970 Innocenti J4 has manual transmission. 1970 Innocenti J4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Audi V8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Innocenti J4 | 1990 Audi V8 | |
Make | Innocenti | Audi |
Model | J4 | V8 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1097 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |