1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 2005 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2005 Toyota Avensis 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 615 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, 2005 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 2005 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | J4 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
