1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 2009 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2009 Lancia Phedra 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lancia Phedra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lancia Phedra (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 856 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, 2009 Lancia Phedra (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 2009 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | J4 | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 17.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
