1967 Innocenti J4 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 721 kg more than 1967 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Innocenti J4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Innocenti J4 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercury |
| Model | J4 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 62 L |
