1970 Audi Variant vs. 1980 Citroen LN
To start off, 1980 Citroen LN is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Audi Variant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Audi Variant would be higher. At 1,696 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Variant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi Variant (53 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1980 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi Variant should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Audi Variant weights approximately 360 kg more than 1980 Citroen LN. 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, 1970 Audi Variant (113 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Audi Variant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Variant | 1980 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Variant | LN |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1696 cc | 651 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |
