1980 Citroen LN vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1980 Citroen LN is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Peugeot 505. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Peugeot 505 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 665 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.
Because 1979 Peugeot 505 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 1979 Peugeot 505. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen LN | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | LN | 505 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2910 mm |