1981 Citroen LN vs. 1997 Tata E
To start off, 1997 Tata E 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Tata E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Tata E (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Tata E should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Tata E weights approximately 660 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 1997 Tata E 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 1997 Tata E. 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, 1997 Tata E (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Tata E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1997 Tata E | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | LN | E |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1997 |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2810 mm |
