1985 Citroen LNA vs. 1975 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1985 Citroen LNA is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ferrari 208. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ferrari 208 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 208 (168 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 440 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 1975 Ferrari 208 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 1975 Ferrari 208. 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, 1975 Ferrari 208 (186 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen LNA | 1975 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | LNA | 208 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
