1982 Citroen LN vs. 1983 Fiat Ritmo
To start off, 1983 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 191 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1983 Fiat Ritmo (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1983 Fiat Ritmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | LN | Ritmo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1568 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
