1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1975 Ford Escort
To start off, 1978 Citroen LNA is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ford Escort (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Escort weights approximately 175 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 1975 Ford Escort 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 1975 Ford Escort. 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, 1975 Ford Escort (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LNA | 1975 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | LNA | Escort |
Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 66 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |