1983 Citroen LN vs. 1968 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Fiat Dino weights approximately 690 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 1968 Fiat Dino 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 1968 Fiat Dino. 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, 1968 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1968 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | LN | Dino |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 44 L |
