1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 2005 Tata E
To start off, 2005 Tata E is newer by 35 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Tata E (149 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Tata E weights approximately 490 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 2005 Tata E 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 2005 Tata E. 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, 2005 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 2005 Tata E | |
| Make | Innocenti | Tata |
| Model | J4 | E |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2810 mm |
