1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2006 Ferrari F430
To start off, 2006 Ferrari F430 is newer by 28 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 4,308 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari F430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari F430 (490 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari F430 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 630 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 2006 Ferrari F430 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 2006 Ferrari F430. 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, 2006 Ferrari F430 (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari F430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 2006 Ferrari F430 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | LNA | F430 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 490 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 310 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 | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 95 L |
