1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1967 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1967 Innocenti J4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. 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, 1967 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1967 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | 2CV | J4 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 28 L |
