1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2007 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2007 Lancia Thesis is newer by 29 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 1,996 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Thesis (182 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 985 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, 2007 Lancia Thesis (308 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LNA | 2007 Lancia Thesis | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | LNA | Thesis |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 75.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 224 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 | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 75 L |