1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1982 Citroen LN
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 856 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 1965 Austin A 90 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 1965 Austin A 90. 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, 1965 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 90 | 1982 Citroen LN | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 90 | LN |
Year Released | 1965 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 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 | 1570 kg | 714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |