1984 Citroen LN vs. 1943 Citroen 15
To start off, 1984 Citroen LN is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1943 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1943 Citroen 15 (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1943 Citroen 15 should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1943 Citroen 15 weights approximately 615 kg more than 1984 Citroen LN. 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, 1943 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm). This means 1943 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen LN | 1943 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | LN | 15 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 3100 mm |
