2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 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 1,106 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Panda | J4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
