1971 Innocenti J4 vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1971 Innocenti J4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Innocenti J4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1961 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti J4. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Innocenti J4 | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | J4 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
