1973 Innocenti J4 vs. 1969 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1973 Innocenti J4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Opel Olympia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Olympia would be higher. At 1,097 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel Olympia (58 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel Olympia should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1969 Opel Olympia.
Because 1969 Opel Olympia 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 1969 Opel Olympia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, both vehicles can yield 83 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Innocenti J4 | 1969 Opel Olympia | |
| Make | Innocenti | Opel |
| Model | J4 | Olympia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 61 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2420 mm |
