1983 Citroen LN vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 is newer by 26 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 890 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, 2009 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | LN | 407 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4150 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 67 L |
