1983 Citroen LN vs. 1975 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 70 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 1975 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 1975 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, 1975 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 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 | 1975 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | LN | Corolla |
Year Released | 1983 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 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 | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2290 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 46 L |