1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1978 Citroen LNA is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Isuzu 117. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Isuzu 117 would be higher. At 1,818 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Isuzu 117 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Isuzu 117 weights approximately 345 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 1968 Isuzu 117 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 1968 Isuzu 117. 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, 1968 Isuzu 117 (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
| Make | Citroen | Isuzu |
| Model | LNA | 117 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1818 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 40 L |
