1985 Citroen LNA vs. 1966 MG 1100
To start off, 1985 Citroen LNA is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 MG 1100 would be higher. At 1,096 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 MG 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 MG 1100 (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 MG 1100 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 MG 1100 weights approximately 115 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.
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, 1966 MG 1100 (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 MG 1100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen LNA | 1966 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Citroen | MG |
| Model | LNA | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2380 mm |
