1998 Honda NSX vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1998 Honda NSX is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda NSX (290 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda NSX weights approximately 490 kg more than 1970 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda NSX 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 1998 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1998 Honda NSX (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda NSX | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | NSX | J4 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2380 mm |
