1972 Innocenti J4 vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, both 1972 Innocenti J4 and 1972 Mitsubishi Colt were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,498 cc, 1972 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Colt (72 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti J4. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Mitsubishi Colt (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Innocenti J4 | 1972 Mitsubishi Colt | |
Make | Innocenti | Mitsubishi |
Model | J4 | Colt |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1498 cc |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 83 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2360 mm |