1984 Citroen Visa vs. 1978 Citroen LNA
To start off, 1984 Citroen Visa is newer by 6 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Citroen Visa (59 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Citroen Visa weights approximately 180 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, 1984 Citroen Visa (114 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Citroen Visa | 1978 Citroen LNA | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | LNA |
Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 40 L |