2003 Citroen C 15 vs. 1982 Citroen LN
To start off, 2003 Citroen C 15 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Citroen C 15 (59 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1982 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, 2003 Citroen C 15 (111 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen C 15 | 1982 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C 15 | LN |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
