1981 Citroen LN vs. 2001 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2001 Ferrari 360 is newer by 20 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 3,573 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 360 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 682 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 2001 Ferrari 360 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 2001 Ferrari 360. 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, 2001 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 2001 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | LN | 360 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 3573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 95 L |