1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron vs. 1983 Citroen LN
To start off, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen LN would be higher. At 6,255 cc (18 cylinders), 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron (552 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 517 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron weights approximately 1467 kg more than 1983 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron (881 Nm) has 831 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm). This means 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bugatti EB 18-3 Chiron | 1983 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | EB 18-3 Chiron | LN |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 18 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 552 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2177 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2240 mm |
