2009 Ford E-150 vs. 1973 Innocenti J4
To start off, 2009 Ford E-150 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford E-150 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1973 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford E-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Ford E-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Innocenti J4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4. 2009 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1973 Innocenti J4 has manual transmission. 1973 Innocenti J4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford E-150 | 1973 Innocenti J4 | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | E-150 | J4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4604 cc | 1097 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2380 mm |