1981 Citroen LN vs. 2011 Ford Ka
To start off, 2011 Ford Ka is newer by 30 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Ka weights approximately 230 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, 2011 Ford Ka (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 2011 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Ka |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
