1980 Citroen LN vs. 1970 Honda 1300
To start off, 1980 Citroen LN is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Honda 1300 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1980 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, 1970 Honda 1300 (106 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen LN | 1970 Honda 1300 | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | LN | 1300 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1970 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |