One of the major differences is the original M16/M16A1 was a select fire weapon capable of full auto fire. The (most) M4s are select fire, but the full auto feature has been replaced with a 3-round burst system. This was a cost saving change. Instead of spending many dollars to buy lots of ammunition to teach soldiers proper trigger control, the government opted for a mechanical device inside the gun that limits their fire.
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