1983 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1968 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1983 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (67 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti J4. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1983 Daihatsu Charade.
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, 1983 Daihatsu Charade (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Daihatsu Charade | 1968 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
| Model | Charade | J4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.7 mm |
| 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 | 730 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
