1971 Innocenti J4 vs. 1982 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1982 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Celica (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Celica weights approximately 296 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 1982 Toyota Celica 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 1982 Toyota Celica. 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, 1982 Toyota Celica (157 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti J4. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Innocenti J4 | 1982 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | J4 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1176 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2620 mm |
