1973 Innocenti J4 vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,097 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Citroen C1.
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, 2012 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Innocenti J4 | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Innocenti | Citroen |
Model | J4 | C1 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1097 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2350 mm |