1978 Citroen LN vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 33 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Croma weights approximately 230 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, 2011 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | LN | Croma |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |