1965 Innocenti J4 vs. 1982 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 1982 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Suzuki Jimny is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Innocenti J4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Suzuki Jimny will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti J4 | 1982 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Innocenti | Suzuki |
| Model | J4 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 538 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2040 mm |
