1985 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1967 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1985 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 18 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 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (51 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1967 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Daihatsu Charade. (74 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Daihatsu Charade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Daihatsu Charade | 1967 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Innocenti |
| Model | Charade | J4 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 28 L |
