1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1990 Nissan Presea
To start off, 1990 Nissan Presea is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Nissan Presea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan Presea (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan Presea should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan Presea weights approximately 280 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, 1990 Nissan Presea (125 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan Presea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LNA | 1990 Nissan Presea | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | LNA | Presea |
Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
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 | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |