1982 Citroen LN vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 25 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (89 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 367 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (204 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen LN | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | LN | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1560 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 204 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1127 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |