1988 Honda Civic vs. 1964 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1988 Honda Civic is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Civic (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1964 Innocenti J4. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1964 Innocenti J4.
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, 1988 Honda Civic (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Honda Civic | 1964 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Civic | J4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
