1981 Citroen LN vs. 1969 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Triumph 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph 1300 (61 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph 1300 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Triumph 1300 weights approximately 205 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.
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, 1969 Triumph 1300 (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1969 Triumph 1300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | LN | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 61 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 53 L |
