1983 Citroen LN vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 24 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 406 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 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 | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
