1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 2008 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2008 Subaru Outback is newer by 38 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Outback (243 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Outback weights approximately 708 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 2008 Subaru Outback 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, 2008 Subaru Outback 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, 2008 Subaru Outback (327 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 2008 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Innocenti | Subaru |
| Model | J4 | Outback |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 243 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
