1978 Citroen LN vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano is newer by 30 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 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1978 Citroen LN is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 35 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen LN weights approximately 110 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano.
Because 2008 Tata Nano 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 2008 Tata Nano. 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, 1978 Citroen LN (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen LN will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LN | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Citroen | Tata |
| Model | LN | Nano |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 37 L |
