1971 Innocenti J4 vs. 2011 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2011 Fiat Multipla is newer by 40 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 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Multipla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Multipla (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Multipla should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Multipla weights approximately 565 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, 2011 Fiat Multipla (203 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti J4. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Multipla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Innocenti J4 | 2011 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Innocenti | Fiat |
| Model | J4 | Multipla |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1908 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
