1973 Innocenti J4 vs. 2001 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2001 Seat Alhambra is newer by 28 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 785 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, 2001 Seat Alhambra (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Innocenti J4 | 2001 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Innocenti | Seat |
Model | J4 | Alhambra |
Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |