1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 2001 Seat Leon
To start off, 2001 Seat Leon is newer by 31 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Leon (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Leon weights approximately 255 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, 2001 Seat Leon (130 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 2001 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Innocenti | Seat |
| Model | J4 | Leon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
