1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 2,501 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 646 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 Volkswagen Rabbit (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 2007 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | LNA | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 55 L |
