1981 Citroen LN vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Fit weights approximately 280 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, 2001 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 2001 Honda Fit | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | LN | Fit |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |