1978 Citroen LN vs. 2003 Fiat Idea
To start off, 2003 Fiat Idea is newer by 25 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Idea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Idea (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Idea should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Idea weights approximately 565 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, 2003 Fiat Idea (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 2003 Fiat Idea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | LN | Idea |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
