2009 Fiat Ducato vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 2009 Fiat Ducato is newer by 39 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 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Ducato (161 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 60 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, 2009 Fiat Ducato (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Ducato | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Innocenti |
| Model | Ducato | J4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3460 mm | 2380 mm |
