1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1992 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Alto is newer by 14 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1992 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen LNA weights approximately 80 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Alto.
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, 1992 Suzuki Alto (60 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 1992 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | LNA | Alto |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2180 mm |
