1978 Citroen LNA vs. 2012 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2012 Opel Zafira 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Zafira (238 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA.
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 Opel Zafira (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Citroen LNA | 2012 Opel Zafira | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | LNA | Zafira |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3390 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 58 L |
