1981 Citroen LN vs. 1975 Honda 145
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,432 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Honda 145 weights approximately 210 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, 1975 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1975 Honda 145 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | LN | 145 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1432 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2260 mm |
