1968 Innocenti J4 vs. 1982 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1982 Toyota Tercel is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Tercel (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti J4. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1982 Toyota Tercel.
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, 1982 Toyota Tercel (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti J4. 1982 Toyota Tercel has automatic transmission and 1968 Innocenti J4 has manual transmission. 1968 Innocenti J4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1982 Toyota Tercel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti J4 | 1982 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | J4 | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
