1984 Citroen LN vs. 1978 Lancia Megagamma
To start off, 1984 Citroen LN is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Megagamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1984 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lancia Megagamma weights approximately 330 kg more than 1984 Citroen LN. 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, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Megagamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen LN | 1978 Lancia Megagamma | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | LN | Megagamma |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 2484 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
