1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon
To start off, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lancia Ypsilon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lancia Ypsilon should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lancia Ypsilon weights approximately 680 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 Ypsilon (116 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Lancia Ypsilon 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 Ypsilon | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | LNA | Ypsilon |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
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 | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 165 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 | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 47 L |