1978 Citroen LN vs. 1960 Ginetta G4
To start off, 1978 Citroen LN is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ginetta G4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ginetta G4 would be higher. At 997 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Ginetta G4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Ginetta G4 (39 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Ginetta G4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen LN weights approximately 265 kg more than 1960 Ginetta G4.
Because 1960 Ginetta G4 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 Ginetta G4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1960 Ginetta G4 (71 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Ginetta G4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 1960 Ginetta G4 | |
Make | Citroen | Ginetta |
Model | LN | G4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 39 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 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 | 710 kg | 445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1070 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 23 L |