1982 Citroen LN vs. 2010 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2010 Hyundai i10 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai i10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai i10 (66 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai i10 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai i10 weights approximately 286 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 Hyundai i10 (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai i10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 2010 Hyundai i10 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | LN | i10 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| 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 | 714 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
