1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is newer by 17 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 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky (90 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Daihatsu Rocky weights approximately 676 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.
Because 1995 Daihatsu Rocky is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen LNA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Daihatsu Rocky (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Rocky will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 1995 Daihatsu Rocky | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | LNA | Rocky |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2540 mm |
