1970 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1983 Citroen LN
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1983 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Chevrolet Impala 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 1970 Chevrolet Impala. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1970 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Impala | 1983 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Impala | LN |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2240 mm |
