2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1967 Innocenti IM 3
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Innocenti IM 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Innocenti IM 3 would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen C4 (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. 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, 2007 Citroen C4 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Innocenti IM 3. (84 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Innocenti IM 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1967 Innocenti IM 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | C4 | IM 3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
