1996 Ford Mustang vs. 1971 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1996 Ford Mustang is newer by 25 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 4,655 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mustang weights approximately 667 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.
Because 1996 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Innocenti J4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (386 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti J4. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 1971 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Mustang | J4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4655 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.9 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1547 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2380 mm |
