1978 Citroen LN vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1978 Citroen LN is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen DS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Citroen DS (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 418 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1959 Citroen DS (137 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm). This means 1959 Citroen DS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | LN | DS |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 63 L |
