1995 Ford Escort vs. 1969 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 285 kg more than 1969 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 Ford Escort (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Escort | 1969 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Escort | J4 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
