1973 Innocenti J4 vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo is newer by 35 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 1,097 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
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, 2008 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Innocenti J4 | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | J4 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
