1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1968 MG MGB
To start off, 1978 Citroen LNA is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 MG MGB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 MG MGB would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 MG MGB weights approximately 170 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 MG MGB 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 MG MGB. 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 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 1968 MG MGB | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | LNA | MGB |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2320 mm |
