1978 Citroen LN vs. 1972 Simca 1100
To start off, 1978 Citroen LN is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Simca 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Simca 1100 (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Simca 1100 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Simca 1100 weights approximately 200 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, 1972 Simca 1100 (86 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Simca 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 1972 Simca 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | LN | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| 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 | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
