1980 Citroen LN vs. 2003 Daewoo Kalos
To start off, 2003 Daewoo Kalos is newer by 23 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daewoo Kalos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (93 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daewoo Kalos should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daewoo Kalos weights approximately 320 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, 2003 Daewoo Kalos (130 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Daewoo Kalos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 2003 Daewoo Kalos | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | LN | Kalos |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
