1971 Innocenti J4 vs. 1972 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1972 Maserati Indy is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Maserati Indy (289 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Maserati Indy weights approximately 660 kg more than 1971 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Maserati Indy 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 1972 Maserati Indy. 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, 1972 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti J4. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Innocenti J4 | 1972 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Innocenti | Maserati |
| Model | J4 | Indy |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 289 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2610 mm |
