1987 Honda Prelude vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1987 Honda Prelude is newer by 17 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Honda Prelude (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Honda Prelude weights approximately 215 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.
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, 1987 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Honda Prelude | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Prelude | J4 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2380 mm |
