1981 Citroen LN vs. 1999 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 1999 Fiat Scudo is newer by 18 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), 1999 Fiat Scudo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Fiat Scudo (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Scudo should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 325 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, 1999 Fiat Scudo (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Scudo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1999 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | LN | Scudo |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
