1978 Citroen LN vs. 2001 Holden Zafira
To start off, 2001 Holden Zafira is newer by 23 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Holden Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Holden Zafira (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Holden Zafira should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Holden Zafira weights approximately 754 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Holden Zafira (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Holden Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 2001 Holden Zafira | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | LN | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1464 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |
