1972 Innocenti J4 vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier is newer by 40 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 3,952 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1972 Innocenti J4. (56 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1972 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 1098 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 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Innocenti J4 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Innocenti | Nissan |
| Model | J4 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3952 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 |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1978 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3200 mm |
