1985 Citroen LNA vs. 1995 Kia Capital
To start off, 1995 Kia Capital is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Kia Capital is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Kia Capital (114 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Kia Capital should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Kia Capital weights approximately 615 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, 1995 Kia Capital (153 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Kia Capital will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Citroen LNA | 1995 Kia Capital | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | LNA | Capital |
Year Released | 1985 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2530 mm |