2007 Ford Focus vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 2007 Ford Focus 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Focus (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Focus weights approximately 338 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 Ford Focus (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Focus | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Ford | Innocenti |
| Model | Focus | J4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2380 mm |
