1980 Citroen LN vs. 2000 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2000 Lotus Elise is newer by 20 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Elise (143 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lotus Elise weights approximately 10 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 2000 Lotus Elise 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 2000 Lotus Elise. 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, 2000 Lotus Elise (174 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen LN | 2000 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Citroen | Lotus |
Model | LN | Elise |
Year Released | 1980 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 36 L |