1981 Citroen LN vs. 1968 Mazda 1000
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mazda 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mazda 1000 would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda 1000 (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda 1000 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN.
Because 1968 Mazda 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 1968 Mazda 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, 1968 Mazda 1000 (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1968 Mazda 1000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | LN | 1000 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
