1976 Citroen LN vs. 1960 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1976 Citroen LN is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 946 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Innocenti 950 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Innocenti 950 (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Innocenti 950 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Innocenti 950 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1976 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Innocenti 950 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 1960 Innocenti 950. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1960 Innocenti 950 (73 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Innocenti 950 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen LN | 1960 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | LN | 950 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2130 mm |
