1978 Citroen LN vs. 1976 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1978 Citroen LN is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Nissan Violet (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Nissan Violet weights approximately 230 kg more than 1978 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Nissan Violet 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 1976 Nissan Violet. 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, 1976 Nissan Violet (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 1976 Nissan Violet | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | LN | Violet |
Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1428 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2460 mm |