1971 Innocenti J4 vs. 2005 Seat Arosa
To start off, 2005 Seat Arosa is newer by 34 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Seat Arosa. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Arosa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Arosa weights approximately 75 kg more 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, 2005 Seat Arosa (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti J4. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Arosa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Innocenti J4 | 2005 Seat Arosa | |
| Make | Innocenti | Seat |
| Model | J4 | Arosa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 67.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 70.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2330 mm |
