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 @ 5500 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. 1970 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda.
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 (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 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 | 1097 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 | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2380 mm |
