1978 Citroen LN vs. 1999 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 1999 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 21 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 443 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 935 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 1999 Ferrari Maranello 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 1999 Ferrari Maranello. 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, 1999 Ferrari Maranello (563 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 1999 Ferrari Maranello | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | LN | Maranello |
Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 478 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 563 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 114 L |