1983 Citroen Visa vs. 1965 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1983 Citroen Visa is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Innocenti J4 (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Visa. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Visa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1983 Citroen Visa. 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, 1983 Citroen Visa (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen Visa | 1965 Innocenti J4 | |
Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
Model | Visa | J4 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 64.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2380 mm |