1980 Citroen LN vs. 2007 Fiat Sedici
To start off, 2007 Fiat Sedici is newer by 27 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Sedici (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 690 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 2007 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Fiat Sedici (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Citroen LN | 2007 Fiat Sedici | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | LN | Sedici |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 651 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |