1978 Citroen LN vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 10 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. At 1,695 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (57 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 320 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.
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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (98 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | LN | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
