1989 Ford Festiva vs. 1966 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1989 Ford Festiva is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Festiva (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1989 Ford Festiva.
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, 1989 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Festiva | 1966 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Festiva | J4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2380 mm |
