1982 Citroen LN vs. 1965 Fiat Grand Break
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 556 kg more than 1982 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Fiat Grand Break 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 1965 Fiat Grand Break. 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, 1965 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1965 Fiat Grand Break | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | LN | Grand Break |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
