1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1996 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1996 Toyota Celica 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 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Celica 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 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 1996 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | LNA | Celica |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
