1996 Fiat Marea vs. 1972 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (80 HP) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti J4. (56 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 205 kg more than 1972 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Marea | 1972 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Marea | J4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 56 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
