1980 Citroen LN vs. 1983 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1983 Ford Fiesta is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Citroen LN would be higher. At 957 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Fiesta (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 5 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, 1983 Ford Fiesta (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 1983 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 34 L |
