1971 Innocenti J4 vs. 2001 Peugeot 806
To start off, 2001 Peugeot 806 is newer by 30 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Peugeot 806 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 645 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, 2001 Peugeot 806 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti J4. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Innocenti J4 | 2001 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | J4 | 806 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2830 mm |
