1980 Ford Cortina vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1980 Ford Cortina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Cortina (59 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Cortina weights approximately 122 kg more than 1970 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Ford Cortina 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 1980 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1980 Ford Cortina (92 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Cortina | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Cortina | J4 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
