1982 Citroen LN vs. 2005 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 23 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 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Fiat Seicento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Seicento (53 HP @ 2750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Seicento weights approximately 96 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, 2005 Fiat Seicento (88 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm). This means 2005 Fiat Seicento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 2005 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | LN | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
