1967 Innocenti A 40 vs. 2011 Citroen C4
To start off, 2011 Citroen C4 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti A 40 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Citroen C4 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C4 weights approximately 555 kg more than 1967 Innocenti A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Innocenti A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Innocenti A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Citroen C4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Citroen C4 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Innocenti A 40 | 2011 Citroen C4 | |
Make | Innocenti | Citroen |
Model | A 40 | C4 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |