1978 Citroen LN vs. 1974 Ford Coin
To start off, 1978 Citroen LN is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Coin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Coin would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Ford Coin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Coin (101 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Coin should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Ford Coin (146 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm). This means 1974 Ford Coin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN. 1974 Ford Coin has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Ford Coin will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 1974 Ford Coin | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Coin |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2590 mm |
