1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 22 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 280 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.
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, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | J4 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
