1971 Innocenti J4 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 41 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 515 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.
Because 2012 BMW 118 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 2012 BMW 118. 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, 2012 BMW 118 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti J4. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Innocenti J4 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Innocenti | BMW |
| Model | J4 | 118 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2660 mm |
