1981 Citroen LN vs. 1996 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 1996 Citroen Saxo is newer by 15 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 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Saxo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Saxo (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Saxo weights approximately 180 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, 1996 Citroen Saxo (95 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Saxo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1996 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | LN | Saxo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1527 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2390 mm |
