1981 Citroen LN vs. 2001 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Beetle 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Beetle (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Beetle weights approximately 603 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 Volkswagen Beetle (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 2001 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | LN | Beetle |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
