1978 Citroen LN vs. 1979 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1979 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 380 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 1979 Mazda Cosmo 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 1979 Mazda Cosmo. 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, 1979 Mazda Cosmo (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LN | 1979 Mazda Cosmo | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | LN | Cosmo |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |