1971 Innocenti J4 vs. 1990 Jaguar Kensington

To start off, 1990 Jaguar Kensington is newer by 19 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar Kensington is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar Kensington should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti J4.

Because 1990 Jaguar Kensington 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 1990 Jaguar Kensington. 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, 1990 Jaguar Kensington (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti J4. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar Kensington will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti J4.

Compare all specifications:

1971 Innocenti J4 1990 Jaguar Kensington
Make Innocenti Jaguar
Model J4 Kensington
Year Released 1971 1990
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1098 cc 5344 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 56 HP 295 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 433 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3250 RPM
Engine Bore Size 64.6 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.7 mm 70 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 3720 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1540 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2380 mm 2870 mm


 

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