1990 Honda Prelude vs. 1966 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1990 Honda Prelude is newer by 24 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 1,958 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Prelude (112 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Prelude weights approximately 255 kg more than 1966 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 Honda Prelude (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Honda Prelude | 1966 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Prelude | J4 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1958 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
