1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1978 Citroen LN
To start off, 1978 Citroen LN is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 802 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen LN (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen LN should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen LN weights approximately 30 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 30 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 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1956 Austin A 30 (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 30 | 1978 Citroen LN | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | A 30 | LN |
Year Released | 1956 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 43 L |