1988 Citroen C 15 vs. 1968 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1988 Citroen C 15 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Innocenti J4 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1988 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Innocenti J4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1988 Citroen C 15. 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, 1968 Innocenti J4 (82 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1968 Innocenti J4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen C 15 | 1968 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | C 15 | J4 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
