1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 34 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 1080 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.
Because 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen LNA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Citroen | BMW |
| Model | LNA | X3 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 126 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 67 L |
