1980 Citroen LN vs. 2009 Citroen C1
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 29 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 90 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, 2009 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Citroen LN | 2009 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | LN | C1 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 41 L |
