1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 14 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (81 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 40 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Fiat Ritmo (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Ritmo | J4 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2380 mm |
