1965 Innocenti J4 vs. 1989 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 24 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 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX (171 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1965 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1965 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 610 kg more than 1965 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan 300 ZX 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 1989 Nissan 300 ZX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1989 Nissan 300 ZX (234 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti J4 | 1989 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | J4 | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2530 mm |
