1976 Citroen LN vs. 1984 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 400 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen LN would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1124 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 1984 Ferrari 400 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 1984 Ferrari 400. 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, 1984 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm). This means 1984 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen LN | 1984 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | LN | 400 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1984 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 118 L |
