1971 Innocenti J4 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 17 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 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (91 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 19 weights approximately 116 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.
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, 1988 Renault 19 (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti J4. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Innocenti J4 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Renault |
| Model | J4 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2560 mm |
