2009 Honda Accord vs. 1973 Innocenti J4
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 581 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.
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 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 1973 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Accord | J4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2380 mm |
