1977 Buick Regal vs. 1973 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 4 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 3,214 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (89 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 550 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 1977 Buick Regal is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1977 Buick Regal. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Innocenti J4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1977 Buick Regal (224 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Regal | 1973 Innocenti J4 | |
Make | Buick | Innocenti |
Model | Regal | J4 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 1097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |