1981 Citroen LN vs. 1972 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volkswagen SP2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volkswagen SP2 would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Volkswagen SP2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Volkswagen SP2 weights approximately 180 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Volkswagen SP2 (120 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Volkswagen SP2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1972 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | LN | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
