1981 Citroen LN vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (47 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 500 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton 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 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1958 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LN | Ponton |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
