1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1957 Ford Anglia
To start off, 1978 Citroen LNA is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 1,172 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Anglia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen LNA (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1957 Ford Anglia. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen LNA should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Anglia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Because 1957 Ford Anglia 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 Ford Anglia. 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 Ford Anglia (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Anglia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LNA | 1957 Ford Anglia | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | LNA | Anglia |
Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.5 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 | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2220 mm |