1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 1965 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1979 Ford Fairlane is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fairlane (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 550 kg more than 1965 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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 Ford Fairlane (296 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti J4. 1979 Ford Fairlane has automatic transmission and 1965 Innocenti J4 has manual transmission. 1965 Innocenti J4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Ford Fairlane will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Ford Fairlane | 1965 Innocenti J4 | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | Fairlane | J4 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 296 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |