2005 Citroen C3 vs. 1971 Innocenti J4
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1971 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1971 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, 2005 Citroen C3 (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Innocenti J4. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen C3 | 1971 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | C3 | J4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| 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 | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
