1985 Citroen LNA vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1985 Citroen LNA is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1985 Citroen LNA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen LNA, 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, 1958 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen LNA | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | LNA | 203 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1294 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 | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 80 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
