1973 Innocenti J4 vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1974 Toyota Publica is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,164 cc, 1974 Toyota Publica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Publica (63 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Publica should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Toyota Publica (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Toyota Publica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Innocenti J4 | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | J4 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
