1976 Citroen LN vs. 2010 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2010 Pagani Zonda is newer by 34 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Pagani Zonda weights approximately 524 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 2010 Pagani Zonda 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 2010 Pagani Zonda. 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, 2010 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 718 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen LN | 2010 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Citroen | Pagani |
| Model | LN | Zonda |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 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 | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2730 mm |
