1989 Citroen CX vs. 1973 Innocenti J4
To start off, 1989 Citroen CX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen CX (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1973 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen CX weights approximately 345 kg more than 1973 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, 1989 Citroen CX (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen CX | 1973 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | CX | J4 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2380 mm |
