1983 Citroen LN vs. 2008 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2008 Kia Picanto is newer by 25 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 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Kia Picanto (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Kia Picanto should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Picanto weights approximately 218 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, 2008 Kia Picanto (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 2008 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Citroen | Kia |
| Model | LN | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |
