1984 Citroen LN vs. 1981 Kia Brisa
To start off, 1984 Citroen LN is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Kia Brisa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Kia Brisa would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Kia Brisa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Kia Brisa (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Kia Brisa should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Kia Brisa weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Kia Brisa 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 1981 Kia Brisa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1981 Kia Brisa (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Kia Brisa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen LN | 1981 Kia Brisa | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | LN | Brisa |
Year Released | 1984 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2270 mm |