2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1973 Innocenti J4
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Punto (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Punto weights approximately 86 kg more than 1973 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1973 Innocenti J4 | |
Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
Model | Punto | J4 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 83.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2380 mm |