1982 Citroen LN vs. 1964 DKW F 11
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 DKW F 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 DKW F 11 would be higher. At 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1964 DKW F 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1964 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1964 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 DKW F 11 weights approximately 16 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, 1964 DKW F 11 (72 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 DKW F 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1964 DKW F 11 | |
| Make | Citroen | DKW |
| Model | LN | F 11 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 31 L |
