1982 Citroen LN vs. 1955 DKW F 93
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 DKW F 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 DKW F 93 would be higher. At 1,124 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Citroen LN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen LN (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1955 DKW F 93. (37 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1955 DKW F 93. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 DKW F 93 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1982 Citroen LN.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1982 Citroen LN (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 DKW F 93. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen LN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 DKW F 93.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1955 DKW F 93 | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | LN | F 93 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |
