1978 Citroen LNA vs. 1997 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1997 Honda S-MX is newer by 19 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda S-MX weights approximately 620 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 1997 Honda S-MX 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, 1997 Honda S-MX 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, 1997 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA. 1997 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen LNA has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen LNA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LNA | 1997 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | LNA | S-MX |
Year Released | 1978 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2510 mm |