2004 Honda Civic vs. 1969 Innocenti J4
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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 Honda Civic (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 1969 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Civic | J4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
