1981 Citroen LN vs. 1958 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat Campagnola (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 592 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1958 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1958 Fiat Campagnola (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 1958 Fiat Campagnola | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | LN | Campagnola |
Year Released | 1981 | 1958 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2260 mm |