1973 Innocenti J4 vs. 1997 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1997 Toyota Previa is newer by 24 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Previa weights approximately 740 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, 1997 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Innocenti J4 | 1997 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
Model | J4 | Previa |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1097 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 132 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |