1981 Citroen LN vs. 1966 NSU 1000
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 996 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 NSU 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 NSU 1000 (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 NSU 1000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Citroen LN weights approximately 60 kg more than 1966 NSU 1000.
Because 1966 NSU 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 1966 NSU 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, 1966 NSU 1000 (71 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 NSU 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1966 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | NSU |
| Model | LN | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |
