1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1993 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 1993 Nissan Sunny is newer by 15 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Nissan Sunny is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Nissan Sunny (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Nissan Sunny should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Nissan Sunny 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, 1993 Nissan Sunny (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Nissan Sunny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LNA | 1993 Nissan Sunny | |
Make | Citroen | Nissan |
Model | LNA | Sunny |
Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |