1982 Citroen LN vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 7 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 1,367 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Fiat Uno (72 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Fiat Uno weights approximately 150 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, 1989 Fiat Uno (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | LN | Uno |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
