1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1968 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Innocenti J4 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 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, 1968 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1968 Innocenti J4 | |
Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
Model | Seicento | J4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 40 L |