1976 Chrysler Centura vs. 1976 Citroen LN
To start off, both 1976 Chrysler Centura and 1976 Citroen LN were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Centura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Centura (118 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Centura should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chrysler Centura weights approximately 409 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 1976 Chrysler Centura 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 1976 Chrysler Centura. 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, 1976 Chrysler Centura (175 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Centura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chrysler Centura | 1976 Citroen LN | |
Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
Model | Centura | LN |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1981 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 32 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2240 mm |