1968 Innocenti J4 vs. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport is newer by 25 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti J4. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 830 kg more than 1968 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, 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport (284 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti J4. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport 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. 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti J4 | 1993 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
| Make | Innocenti | Pontiac |
| Model | J4 | Trans Sport |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3350 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |
