1982 Citroen LN vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Daihatsu Charmant would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 86 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 1979 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen LN | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | LN | Charmant |
Year Released | 1982 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |