1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 39 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (158 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1045 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.
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, 2009 Mercury Milan (156 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercury |
| Model | J4 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2730 mm |
