1993 Citroen C 15 vs. 1978 Citroen LN
To start off, 1993 Citroen C 15 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LN would be higher. At 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1978 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, 1993 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen C 15 | 1978 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C 15 | LN |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
