1983 Citroen LN vs. 1998 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 106 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen LN would be higher. At 953 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 106 (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 90 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, 1998 Peugeot 106 (70 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1998 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | LN | 106 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
