1983 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1978 Citroen LN
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1978 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1978 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 33 | LN |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 78 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 43 L |
