1972 Innocenti J4 vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (221 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti J4. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercury Milan weights approximately 952 kg more than 1972 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Innocenti J4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan 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, 2007 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti J4. 2007 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1972 Innocenti J4 has manual transmission. 1972 Innocenti J4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti J4 | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercury |
| Model | J4 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 221 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1832 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 |
