1983 Citroen LN vs. 1959 Ford Popular
To start off, 1983 Citroen LN is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Ford Popular is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Popular weights approximately 25 kg more than 1983 Citroen LN.
Because 1959 Ford Popular 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 1959 Ford Popular. 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, 1959 Ford Popular (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Popular will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Citroen LN | 1959 Ford Popular | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LN | Popular |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2300 mm |
