1981 Citroen LN vs. 1963 Simca 1000
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Simca 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Simca 1000 would be higher. At 943 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Simca 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Simca 1000 (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Simca 1000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Simca 1000 weights approximately 20 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 1963 Simca 1000 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 1963 Simca 1000. 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, 1963 Simca 1000 (73 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Simca 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1963 Simca 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | LN | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 943 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 36 L |
