1973 Innocenti J4 vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 37 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat 500 (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 175 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, 2010 Fiat 500 (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Innocenti J4 | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Innocenti | Fiat |
Model | J4 | 500 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2310 mm |