1984 Citroen LN vs. 2008 Ascari KZ1
To start off, 2008 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 24 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 465 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 640 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 2008 Ascari KZ1 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 2008 Ascari KZ1. 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, 2008 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen LN | 2008 Ascari KZ1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ascari |
| Model | LN | KZ1 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 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 | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2636 mm |
