1981 Citroen LN vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 27 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 540 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | LN | 207 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 49 L |
