1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1976 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1978 Citroen LNA is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Peugeot 304. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Peugeot 304 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Peugeot 304 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Peugeot 304 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Peugeot 304 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 240 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, 1976 Peugeot 304 (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Peugeot 304 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 1976 Peugeot 304 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | LNA | 304 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 67.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 42 L |
