1983 Citroen LN vs. 1957 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Riley Pathfinder (108 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 825 kg more than 1983 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Riley Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Citroen LN, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1957 Riley Pathfinder (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen LN | 1957 Riley Pathfinder | |
Make | Citroen | Riley |
Model | LN | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1983 | 1957 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |