1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 858 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA. 2012 Mazda 5 has automatic transmission and 1978 Citroen LNA has manual transmission. 1978 Citroen LNA will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen LNA | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | LNA | 5 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 49 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1568 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |