1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1970 Opel Manta
To start off, 1978 Citroen LNA is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Opel Manta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Opel Manta would be higher. At 1,584 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Opel Manta (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Opel Manta weights approximately 235 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 1970 Opel Manta 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 1970 Opel Manta. 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, 1970 Opel Manta (108 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Opel Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 1970 Opel Manta | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | LNA | Manta |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2440 mm |
