1978 Citroen LN vs. 2001 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2001 TVR Tuscan is newer by 23 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Tuscan weights approximately 465 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 2001 TVR Tuscan 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 2001 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2001 TVR Tuscan (420 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 2001 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Citroen | TVR |
| Model | LN | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 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 | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
