1976 Citroen LN vs. 1985 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 305 is newer by 9 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 1,472 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 305 (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 234 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Peugeot 305 (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen LN | 1985 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | LN | 305 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
