1976 Citroen LN vs. 2006 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2006 Nissan 350Z is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen LN would be higher. At 3,491 cc, 2006 Nissan 350Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan 350Z (300 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan 350Z weights approximately 1004 kg more than 1976 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan 350Z 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 2006 Nissan 350Z. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2006 Nissan 350Z (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen LN | 2006 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | LN | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3491 cc |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 706 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 76 L |
