1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (222 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 816 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 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LNA | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | LNA | Impreza |
Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |