1970 Innocenti J4 vs. 2010 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Citroen C5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Citroen C5 (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Citroen C5 weights approximately 647 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, 2010 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4. 2010 Citroen C5 has automatic transmission and 1970 Innocenti J4 has manual transmission. 1970 Innocenti J4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Citroen C5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Innocenti J4 | 2010 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Citroen |
| Model | J4 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1097 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2760 mm |
