1981 Citroen LN vs. 1984 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1984 Westfield ZEI is newer by 3 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 15 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 1984 Westfield ZEI 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 1984 Westfield ZEI. 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, 1984 Westfield ZEI (293 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Westfield ZEI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1984 Westfield ZEI | |
| Make | Citroen | Westfield |
| Model | LN | ZEI |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
