1981 Citroen LN vs. 1978 Fiat 133
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 842 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 133 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Citroen LN weights approximately 20 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Fiat 133 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 1978 Fiat 133. 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, 1978 Fiat 133 (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat 133 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1978 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | LN | 133 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2030 mm |
