1990 Ford Escort vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1990 Ford Escort is newer by 20 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Escort (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 140 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, 1990 Ford Escort (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Escort | J4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
