1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1976 Citroen LN
To start off, 1976 Citroen LN is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 750 (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen LN weights approximately 166 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750.
Because 1958 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Abarth 750 (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 1976 Citroen LN | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 750 | LN |
Year Released | 1958 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 32 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |