1981 Citroen LN vs. 1965 Innocenti A40S
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Innocenti A40S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Innocenti A40S would be higher. At 1,098 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Innocenti A40S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Innocenti A40S (43 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Innocenti A40S should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Innocenti A40S weights approximately 90 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 1965 Innocenti A40S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Innocenti A40S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1965 Innocenti A40S (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Innocenti A40S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 1965 Innocenti A40S | |
Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
Model | LN | A40S |
Year Released | 1981 | 1965 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1098 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2220 mm |