2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1978 Citroen LN
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 23 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xsara (69 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 370 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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (120 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 1978 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | LN |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 43 L |
