1969 Innocenti J4 vs. 1994 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1994 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 775 kg more than 1969 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Innocenti J4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1994 Nissan Terrano II (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti J4 | 1994 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | J4 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2470 mm |
