1978 Citroen LN vs. 1987 Fiat 126
To start off, 1987 Fiat 126 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LN would be higher. Both 1978 Citroen LN and 1987 Fiat 126 are equipped with a 652 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1987 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen LN weights approximately 125 kg more than 1987 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Fiat 126 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 1987 Fiat 126. 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, 1978 Citroen LN (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen LN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 1987 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | LN | 126 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 1850 mm |
