1978 Honda Accord vs. 1966 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,750 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 50 kg more than 1966 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, 1978 Honda Accord (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 1966 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Accord | J4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 40 L |
