1982 Citroen LN vs. 1975 Tatra T603
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Tatra T603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Tatra T603 would be higher. At 2,472 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Tatra T603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Tatra T603 (104 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Tatra T603 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Tatra T603 weights approximately 756 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 1975 Tatra T603 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 1975 Tatra T603. 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, 1975 Tatra T603 (170 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Tatra T603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Citroen LN | 1975 Tatra T603 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | LN | T603 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2472 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2760 mm |
