1966 Innocenti J4 vs. 1983 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1983 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (85 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1966 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1966 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1966 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, 1983 Pontiac 6000 (224 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Innocenti J4. 1983 Pontiac 6000 has automatic transmission and 1966 Innocenti J4 has manual transmission. 1966 Innocenti J4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Pontiac 6000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Innocenti J4 | 1983 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
| Model | J4 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 69 L |
