1981 Citroen LN vs. 1983 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1983 Toyota Starlet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen LN would be higher. At 993 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Toyota Starlet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Starlet (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Toyota Starlet weights approximately 40 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 1983 Toyota Starlet 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 1983 Toyota Starlet. 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, 1983 Toyota Starlet (65 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Starlet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1983 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | LN | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |
