1983 Citroen LN vs. 1969 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Campagnola (62 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 580 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 1969 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1969 Fiat Campagnola (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1969 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | LN | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
