1982 Citroen LN vs. 1956 Skoda 440
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Skoda 440. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Skoda 440 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Skoda 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Skoda 440 (38 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Skoda 440 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Skoda 440 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1982 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Skoda 440 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 1956 Skoda 440. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1956 Skoda 440 (74 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Skoda 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1956 Skoda 440 | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | LN | 440 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 47 L |
