1979 Dodge Mirada vs. 1969 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1979 Dodge Mirada is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Mirada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Mirada (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Mirada should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Mirada weights approximately 850 kg more than 1969 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Dodge Mirada 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 1979 Dodge Mirada. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1979 Dodge Mirada (343 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Mirada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Dodge Mirada | 1969 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Dodge | Innocenti |
| Model | Mirada | J4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2380 mm |
