1982 Citroen LN vs. 2002 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2002 Smart ForTwo is newer by 20 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 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen LN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen LN (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 2002 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 45 kg more than 1982 Citroen LN.
Because 2002 Smart ForTwo is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Smart ForTwo (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 2002 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Citroen | Smart |
| Model | LN | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 65.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 22 L |
