1978 Citroen LN vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1978 Citroen LN is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 585 kg more than 1978 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Jaguar XK 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 1952 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | LN | XK |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |
