1976 Citroen LN vs. 1975 Ford Capri
To start off, 1976 Citroen LN is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Capri (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Capri weights approximately 279 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 1975 Ford Capri 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 1975 Ford Capri. 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, 1975 Ford Capri (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen LN | 1975 Ford Capri | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Capri |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2570 mm |
