1976 Citroen LN vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 29 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Panda (51 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Panda weights approximately 154 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, 2005 Fiat Panda (89 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen LN | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | LN | Panda |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
