1984 Citroen LN vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (80 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 375 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.
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, 1996 Fiat Marea (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen LN | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | LN | Marea |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |
