1997 Fiat Vivace vs. 1965 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1997 Fiat Vivace is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,371 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Vivace (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1997 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1997 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Vivace | 1965 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Vivace | J4 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1371 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2380 mm |
