1978 Citroen LN vs. 1958 Rover P4
To start off, 1978 Citroen LN is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,230 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Rover P4 (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Rover P4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Rover P4 weights approximately 690 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 1958 Rover P4 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 1958 Rover P4. 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, 1958 Rover P4 (153 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 1958 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | LN | P4 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
