1984 Citroen LN vs. 1961 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 1984 Citroen LN is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 1,221 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Skoda Octavia (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 260 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.
Because 1961 Skoda Octavia 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 1961 Skoda Octavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1961 Skoda Octavia (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1961 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen LN | 1961 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | LN | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1221 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
