1981 Citroen LN vs. 2009 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Toyota Aygo is newer by 28 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 998 cc (3 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 155 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, 2009 Toyota Aygo (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 2009 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | LN | Aygo |
Year Released | 1981 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |