1982 Citroen LN vs. 2010 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2010 Fiat Stilo is newer by 28 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Fiat Stilo (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 436 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, 2010 Fiat Stilo (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 2010 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | LN | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
