1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2001 Porsche 911 is newer by 23 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 3,594 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche 911 weights approximately 830 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 2001 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Citroen LNA, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 710 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | LNA | 911 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2360 mm |
