1959 Citroen DS vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1970 Innocenti J4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 468 kg more than 1970 Innocenti J4. 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | DS | J4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2380 mm |
