1980 Citroen LN vs. 2003 Mazda 3
To start off, 2003 Mazda 3 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 3 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 3 weights approximately 430 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 Mazda 3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 2003 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | LN | 3 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
