2009 Honda Stream vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 2009 Honda Stream 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Stream weights approximately 554 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 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Stream | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Honda | Innocenti |
| Model | Stream | J4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 154 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2380 mm |
