1978 Citroen LN vs. 2008 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2008 Opel Tigra is newer by 30 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Tigra (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Tigra weights approximately 555 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, 2008 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 2008 Opel Tigra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | LN | Tigra |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
