1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 32 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (119 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 720 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, 2010 Chevrolet Nubira (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 2010 Chevrolet Nubira | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | LNA | Nubira |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |
