1995 Audi A4 vs. 1971 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1995 Audi A4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Audi A4 (123 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Audi A4 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1971 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, 1995 Audi A4 (173 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti J4. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Audi A4 | 1971 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Audi | Innocenti |
| Model | A4 | J4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2380 mm |
