1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 794 kg more than 1970 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti J4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (382 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Innocenti | Toyota |
| Model | J4 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 3948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1674 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3240 mm |
