1978 Citroen LN vs. 1991 Honda Concerto
To start off, 1991 Honda Concerto is newer by 13 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Honda Concerto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Honda Concerto (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Honda Concerto should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Honda Concerto weights approximately 325 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, 1991 Honda Concerto (119 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm). This means 1991 Honda Concerto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 1991 Honda Concerto | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | LN | Concerto |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
