1945 Austin 16 vs. 1982 Citroen LN
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (49 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 520 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.
Because 1945 Austin 16 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 1945 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1945 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 1982 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 16 | LN |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 43 L |
