1997 Ford F-250 vs. 1968 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1997 Ford F-250 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1968 Innocenti J4. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1968 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 1530 kg more than 1968 Innocenti J4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Innocenti J4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Innocenti J4. 1997 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 1968 Innocenti J4 has manual transmission. 1968 Innocenti J4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Ford F-250 | 1968 Innocenti J4 | |
Make | Ford | Innocenti |
Model | F-250 | J4 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6800 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 575 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2380 mm |