1982 Citroen LN vs. 1965 Trabant P 601
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Trabant P 601. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Trabant P 601 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 12 more horse power than 1965 Trabant P 601. (23 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1965 Trabant P 601. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Citroen LN weights approximately 99 kg more than 1965 Trabant P 601. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 Trabant P 601 (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Trabant P 601 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Citroen LN | 1965 Trabant P 601 | |
Make | Citroen | Trabant |
Model | LN | P 601 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 24 L |