1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 1998 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 1998 Nissan Stagea is newer by 28 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Stagea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Stagea (129 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Stagea should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Stagea weights approximately 550 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 1998 Nissan Stagea 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 1998 Nissan Stagea. 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, 1998 Nissan Stagea (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Stagea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4. 1998 Nissan Stagea 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. 1998 Nissan Stagea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 1998 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | J4 | Stagea |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
