1982 Citroen LN vs. 1978 Avanti Avanti

To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 866 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 1978 Avanti Avanti 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 1978 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1978 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN. 1978 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1982 Citroen LN has manual transmission. 1982 Citroen LN will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1982 Citroen LN 1978 Avanti Avanti
Make Citroen Avanti
Model LN Avanti
Year Released 1982 1978
Engine Size 652 cc 6568 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 35 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 50 Nm 442 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 714 kg 1580 kg
Vehicle Length 3400 mm 4910 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2240 mm 2780 mm


 

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