1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1985 Citroen LNA
To start off, 1985 Citroen LNA is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen LNA weights approximately 120 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750.
Because 1960 Abarth 750 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 1960 Abarth 750. 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, 1960 Abarth 750 (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1985 Citroen LNA | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | 750 | LNA |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 590 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 43 L |
