1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1975 Simca 1309
To start off, 1978 Citroen LNA is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1309. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1309 would be higher. At 1,442 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Simca 1309 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Simca 1309 (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Simca 1309 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Simca 1309 weights approximately 346 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Simca 1309 (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Simca 1309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 1975 Simca 1309 | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | LNA | 1309 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
