1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 39 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4.
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, 2009 Kia Sportage (136 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Innocenti | Kia |
| Model | J4 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2640 mm |
