1956 Austin A 95 vs. 1983 Citroen LN
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin A 95 (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 95 weights approximately 640 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 1956 Austin A 95 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 1956 Austin A 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1956 Austin A 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 95 | 1983 Citroen LN | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 95 | LN |
Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |