1965 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 1985 Citroen LNA
To start off, 1985 Citroen LNA is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 982 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (59 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen LNA weights approximately 150 kg more than 1965 Abarth Mono 1000.
Because 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 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 1965 Abarth Mono 1000. 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, 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 (90 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth Mono 1000 | 1985 Citroen LNA | |
| Make | Abarth | Citroen |
| Model | Mono 1000 | LNA |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 43 L |
