1982 Honda Civic vs. 1967 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1982 Honda Civic is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,335 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Honda Civic (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1982 Honda Civic.
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, 1982 Honda Civic (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Honda Civic | 1967 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Civic | J4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 28 L |
