1983 Citroen LN vs. 1973 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Lancia Fulvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Lancia Fulvia would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Lancia Fulvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Lancia Fulvia weights approximately 250 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.
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, 1973 Lancia Fulvia (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Citroen LN | 1973 Lancia Fulvia | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | LN | Fulvia |
Year Released | 1983 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1584 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |