1982 Citroen LN vs. 1959 Steyr 500D
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Steyr 500D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Steyr 500D would be higher. At 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1982 Citroen LN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Steyr 500D. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1959 Steyr 500D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen LN weights approximately 234 kg more than 1959 Steyr 500D. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Steyr 500D 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 1959 Steyr 500D. 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, 1982 Citroen LN (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Steyr 500D. (32 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1982 Citroen LN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Steyr 500D.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1959 Steyr 500D | |
| Make | Citroen | Steyr |
| Model | LN | 500D |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 32 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 2970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 1850 mm |
