1976 Citroen LN vs. 2007 Kia Rio
To start off, 2007 Kia Rio is newer by 31 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Rio (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Rio weights approximately 358 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, 2007 Kia Rio (126 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen LN | 2007 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | LN | Rio |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Top Speed | 120 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 1064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
