1982 Citroen LN vs. 1995 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 13 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Fiat Brava weights approximately 284 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, 1995 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1995 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | LN | Brava |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 64.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
