1982 Citroen LN vs. 1970 Fiat 850
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat 850 (51 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat 850 weights approximately 21 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 1970 Fiat 850 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 1970 Fiat 850. 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, 1970 Fiat 850 (66 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1970 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | LN | 850 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2040 mm |
