1981 Citroen LN vs. 1997 Fiat Duna
To start off, 1997 Fiat Duna is newer by 16 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 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Fiat Duna (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Fiat Duna weights approximately 175 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, 1997 Fiat Duna (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1997 Fiat Duna | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | LN | Duna |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2370 mm |
