1983 Citroen LN vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 410 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 1953 Peugeot 203 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 1953 Peugeot 203. 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, 1953 Peugeot 203 (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1953 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | LN | 203 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
