1991 BMW 318 vs. 1978 Citroen LNA
To start off, 1991 BMW 318 is newer by 13 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 BMW 318 (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 BMW 318 weights approximately 530 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.
Because 1991 BMW 318 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 1991 BMW 318. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1991 BMW 318 (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 BMW 318 | 1978 Citroen LNA | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 318 | LNA |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |
