1981 Citroen LN vs. 2006 Fiat Albea
To start off, 2006 Fiat Albea is newer by 25 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Albea (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Albea weights approximately 441 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, 2006 Fiat Albea (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Albea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 2006 Fiat Albea | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | LN | Albea |
Year Released | 1981 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 51 L |