1982 Citroen LN vs. 2009 Kia Cerato
To start off, 2009 Kia Cerato 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Cerato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Cerato (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Cerato should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Cerato weights approximately 660 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, 2009 Kia Cerato (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Cerato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen LN | 2009 Kia Cerato | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | LN | Cerato |
Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |