1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1957 Morris Isis
To start off, 1978 Citroen LNA is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Morris Isis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Morris Isis would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Morris Isis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Morris Isis (85 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Morris Isis should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Morris Isis weights approximately 605 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 Morris Isis 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 Morris Isis. 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 Morris Isis (169 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1957 Morris Isis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 1957 Morris Isis | |
| Make | Citroen | Morris |
| Model | LNA | Isis |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2639 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
