1982 Citroen LN vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos is newer by 27 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, 2009 Hyundai Atos (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Atos should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai Atos weights approximately 298 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, 1982 Citroen LN (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen LN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | LN | Atos |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 67 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
