2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 37 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 8 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.
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, 2007 Fiat Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Panda | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Panda | J4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
