1983 Citroen LN vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corolla (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN.
Because 1968 Toyota Corolla 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 Toyota Corolla. 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 Toyota Corolla (85 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen LN | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | LN | Corolla |
Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |