1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 2010 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i30 is newer by 40 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i30 (124 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 334 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, 2010 Hyundai i30 (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 2010 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Hyundai |
| Model | J4 | i30 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
