1985 Citroen LNA vs. 1950 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1985 Citroen LNA is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Fiat 1400 (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1985 Citroen LNA. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Fiat 1400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen LNA, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1950 Fiat 1400 (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen LNA | 1950 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | LNA | 1400 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |