1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1978 Citroen LNA is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,130 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 204 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 204 (54 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 172 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.
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, 1965 Peugeot 204 (89 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1965 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | LNA | 204 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 882 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
