1988 Citroen BX vs. 1969 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Citroen BX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Citroen BX (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1969 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX should accelerate faster than 1969 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Citroen BX weights approximately 44 kg more than 1969 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, 1988 Citroen BX (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti J4. (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Citroen BX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1969 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | BX | J4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
