1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Punto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 285 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, 2006 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LNA | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | LNA | Punto |
Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 114 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |