1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1980 Citroen LN
To start off, 1980 Citroen LN is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alpine A 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alpine A 106 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alpine A 106 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Citroen LN weights approximately 155 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Because 1958 Alpine A 106 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 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Alpine A 106 (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Alpine A 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alpine A 106 | 1980 Citroen LN | |
Make | Alpine | Citroen |
Model | A 106 | LN |
Year Released | 1958 | 1980 |
Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 651 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 43 L |