1973 Innocenti J4 vs. 1970 Lancia 2000
To start off, 1973 Innocenti J4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lancia 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lancia 2000 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lancia 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lancia 2000 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lancia 2000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lancia 2000 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1973 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, 1970 Lancia 2000 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Lancia 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Innocenti J4 | 1970 Lancia 2000 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Lancia |
| Model | J4 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2490 mm |
