1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1971 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (73 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti J4. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1971 Innocenti J4 | |
Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
Model | Ritmo | J4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 73 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |