1982 Citroen LN vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 24 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 799 cc (3 cylinders), 2006 Smart ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 101 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 2006 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 2006 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, 2006 Smart ForTwo (101 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Citroen | Smart |
| Model | LN | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 22 L |
