1971 Innocenti J4 vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 13 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti J4.
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, 1984 Peugeot 205 (106 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti J4. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Innocenti J4 | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | J4 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2430 mm |
