1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1976 Citroen LN
To start off, 1976 Citroen LN is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 314 kg more than 1976 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia (136 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1976 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Giulia | LN |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 32 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 706 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 40 L |
