1987 Citroen AX vs. 1978 Citroen LNA
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 1,358 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Citroen AX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Citroen AX (85 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Citroen AX weights approximately 12 kg more than 1978 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, 1987 Citroen AX (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen AX | 1978 Citroen LNA | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | AX | LNA |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1358 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 722 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2240 mm |
