1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz B weights approximately 725 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 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 2010 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | LNA | B |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 54 L |
