1973 Innocenti J4 vs. 1999 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1999 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 420 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.
Because 1999 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Innocenti J4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Innocenti J4 | 1999 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
Model | J4 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |