1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1984 Citroen LN
To start off, 1984 Citroen LN is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth Coupe would be higher. At 784 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Coupe (47 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Coupe should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen LN weights approximately 120 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Because 1960 Abarth Coupe 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 1960 Abarth Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1960 Abarth Coupe (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1984 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | Coupe | LN |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 784 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 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 | 590 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 43 L |
