1978 Citroen LN vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT is newer by 28 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford GT weights approximately 874 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 2006 Ford GT 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 2006 Ford GT. 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 628 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 2006 Ford GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | GT |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 66 L |
