1982 Citroen LN vs. 1953 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen LN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen LN (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1982 Citroen LN.
Because 1953 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1982 Citroen LN (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen LN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1953 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | LN | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
