2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1970 Innocenti J4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Innocenti J4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Innocenti J4 would be higher. At 1,097 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Innocenti J4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1970 Innocenti J4. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Innocenti J4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Innocenti J4 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1.
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, 2009 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Innocenti J4. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Innocenti J4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1970 Innocenti J4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | C1 | J4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 64.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
