1988 Citroen AX vs. 1969 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1988 Citroen AX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen AX (57 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1988 Citroen AX.
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, 1988 Citroen AX (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen AX | 1969 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | AX | J4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 708 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
