1976 Citroen LN vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 23 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 724 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, 1999 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen LN | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | LN | 75 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2750 mm |
