1984 Citroen LN vs. 2005 MCC Smart
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 21 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 698 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 MCC Smart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (81 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MCC Smart weights approximately 110 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 2005 MCC Smart 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 2005 MCC Smart. 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, 2005 MCC Smart (112 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen LN | 2005 MCC Smart | |
| Make | Citroen | MCC |
| Model | LN | Smart |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2370 mm |
