1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 27 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 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mini Cooper weights approximately 580 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, 2005 Mini Cooper (221 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm). This means 2005 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Citroen | Mini |
| Model | LNA | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
