1965 Innocenti J4 vs. 2003 Honda Z
To start off, 2003 Honda Z is newer by 38 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 5 more horse power than 2003 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Z weights approximately 110 kg more than 1965 Innocenti J4.
Because 2003 Honda Z 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, 2003 Honda Z 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Z. 2003 Honda Z has automatic transmission and 1965 Innocenti J4 has manual transmission. 1965 Innocenti J4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Z will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Innocenti J4 | 2003 Honda Z | |
| Make | Innocenti | Honda |
| Model | J4 | Z |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
