1984 Citroen LN vs. 1974 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1984 Citroen LN is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1984 Citroen LN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen LN weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Steyr Haflinger will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Citroen LN (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Steyr Haflinger. (46 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen LN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Steyr Haflinger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen LN | 1974 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Citroen | Steyr |
| Model | LN | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 1510 mm |
