1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1972 Fiat 130 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1970 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Fiat 130 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 1972 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
Model | 130 | J4 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 852 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |