1983 Citroen LN vs. 1951 Tatra T600
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Tatra T600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Tatra T600 (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Tatra T600 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Tatra T600 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1983 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Tatra T600 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 1951 Tatra T600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 1951 Tatra T600 (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Tatra T600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1951 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Tatra |
| Model | LN | T600 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1951 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2710 mm |
