1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Citroen LNA
To start off, 1985 Citroen LNA is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin A 40 (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin A 40 weights approximately 50 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 1967 Austin A 40 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 1967 Austin A 40. 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, 1967 Austin A 40 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 1985 Citroen LNA | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | A 40 | LNA |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 43 L |
