1951 Austin A 110 vs. 1982 Citroen LN
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 110 (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1261 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 1951 Austin A 110 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 1951 Austin A 110. 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, 1951 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 1982 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 110 | LN |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |
