1978 Citroen LN vs. 1975 Ford Torino
To start off, 1978 Citroen LN is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino would be higher. At 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 940 kg more than 1978 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Torino is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Ford Torino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1975 Ford Torino (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 1975 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Torino |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 87 L |
