1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum (110 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Quantum weights approximately 420 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, 2001 Volkswagen Quantum (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 2001 Volkswagen Quantum | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | LNA | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
