1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1976 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1978 Citroen LNA is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 895 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Volkswagen Polo (39 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen LNA weights approximately 20 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Volkswagen Polo (57 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 1976 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | LNA | Polo |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 35 L |
