1968 Innocenti J4 vs. 1999 Mercury Villager
To start off, 1999 Mercury Villager is newer by 31 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 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Villager (169 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti J4. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Villager weights approximately 935 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, 1999 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti J4. 1999 Mercury Villager 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. 1999 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Innocenti J4 | 1999 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercury |
| Model | J4 | Villager |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |
