1983 Ford GT vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1983 Ford GT is newer by 13 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford GT (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford GT weights approximately 278 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 1983 Ford GT 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 1983 Ford GT. 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, 1983 Ford GT (203 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford GT | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | GT | J4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2380 mm |
