1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1996 Hyundai Lantra
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra is newer by 18 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Lantra weights approximately 385 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LNA | 1996 Hyundai Lantra | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | LNA | Lantra |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |