1989 Ford Laser vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1989 Ford Laser is newer by 19 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Laser (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser.
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 Laser (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Laser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Laser | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Laser | J4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
