1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 467 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 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 2006 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | LNA | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 204 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1177 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |
