1980 Citroen LN vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 18 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Civic weights approximately 390 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, 1998 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 1998 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | LN | Civic |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
