1984 Citroen LN vs. 1983 Fiat 127
To start off, 1984 Citroen LN is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 903 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Fiat 127 (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN.
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, 1983 Fiat 127 (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1983 Fiat 127 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen LN | 1983 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | LN | 127 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2230 mm |
