1985 Citroen LNA vs. 1972 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1985 Citroen LNA is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Triumph Spitfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Triumph Spitfire (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Triumph Spitfire weights approximately 70 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Triumph Spitfire (83 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen LNA | 1972 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Triumph |
| Model | LNA | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2110 mm |
