1982 Citroen LN vs. 2001 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2001 Nissan Altima 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Altima (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Altima weights approximately 588 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 Nissan Altima (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 2001 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | Altima |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
