1981 Citroen LN vs. 1974 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1981 Citroen LN is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Peugeot 504. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Peugeot 504 would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Peugeot 504 (144 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Peugeot 504 weights approximately 585 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 1974 Peugeot 504 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 1974 Peugeot 504. 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, 1974 Peugeot 504 (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Peugeot 504 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Citroen LN | 1974 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | LN | 504 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
