1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2006 Subaru Legacy is newer by 36 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 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 510 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 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Innocenti J4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Innocenti J4 2006 Subaru Legacy
Make Innocenti Subaru
Model J4 Legacy
Year Released 1970 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1097 cc 1992 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 56 HP 163 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 187 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 64.6 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.7 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 21.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Front 4WD
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 1390 kg
Vehicle Length 3720 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2680 mm


 

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