1982 Citroen LN vs. 2001 Subaru WX 01
To start off, 2001 Subaru WX 01 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru WX 01 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru WX 01 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru WX 01 weights approximately 750 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.
Because 2001 Subaru WX 01 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru WX 01 will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru WX 01 (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru WX 01 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen LN | 2001 Subaru WX 01 | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | LN | WX 01 |
Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |