1956 Abarth 600 vs. 1985 Citroen LNA
To start off, 1985 Citroen LNA is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 746 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Abarth 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth 600 (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth 600 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen LNA weights approximately 125 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600.
Because 1956 Abarth 600 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 1956 Abarth 600. 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, 1956 Abarth 600 (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Abarth 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 600 | 1985 Citroen LNA | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 600 | LNA |
Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 43 L |