1980 Citroen LN vs. 1995 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1995 Seat Ibiza is newer by 15 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 1,043 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Seat Ibiza (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 260 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, 1995 Seat Ibiza (76 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 1995 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | LN | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 76 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
