1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 37 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 660 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 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 2007 Nissan Frontier. 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (382 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Innocenti J4 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
Model | J4 | Frontier |
Year Released | 1970 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1097 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 382 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3200 mm |