1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1957 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1978 Citroen LNA is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1100 (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1100 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1978 Citroen LNA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Fiat 1100 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 1957 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen LNA, 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, 1957 Fiat 1100 (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 1957 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | LNA | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 38 L |
