1983 Citroen LN vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 13 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 1,097 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1983 Citroen LN. 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, 1970 Innocenti J4 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | LN | J4 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2380 mm |
