1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1966 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1978 Citroen LNA is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ferrari Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ferrari Dino would be higher. At 1,987 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ferrari Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ferrari Dino weights approximately 330 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 1966 Ferrari Dino 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 1966 Ferrari Dino. 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, 1966 Ferrari Dino (188 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 1966 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | LNA | Dino |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 57 mm |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
