1982 Citroen LN vs. 2001 Honda Capa
To start off, 2001 Honda Capa is newer by 19 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Capa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Capa (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Capa should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Capa weights approximately 320 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, 2001 Honda Capa (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Capa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 2001 Honda Capa | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | LN | Capa |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2370 mm |
