1978 Citroen LN vs. 2003 Toyota Allion
To start off, 2003 Toyota Allion 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Allion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Allion (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Allion should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Allion weights approximately 430 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 Toyota Allion (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Allion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN. 2003 Toyota Allion has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Allion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 2003 Toyota Allion | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | LN | Allion |
Year Released | 1978 | 2003 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |