1981 Citroen LN vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 7 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 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1981 Citroen LN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Citroen LN weights approximately 100 kg more than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
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, 1988 Suzuki Alto (59 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | LN | Alto |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
