1981 Citroen LN vs. 1962 Mazda R 360
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mazda R 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mazda R 360 would be higher. At 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1981 Citroen LN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1962 Mazda R 360. (16 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1962 Mazda R 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Citroen LN weights approximately 330 kg more than 1962 Mazda R 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Citroen LN (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mazda R 360. (22 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Citroen LN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mazda R 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1962 Mazda R 360 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | LN | R 360 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 355 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 22 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 2990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
