1975 Audi 100 vs. 1978 Citroen LNA
To start off, 1978 Citroen LNA is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Audi 100 weights approximately 340 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, 1975 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Audi 100 | 1978 Citroen LNA | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | LNA |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 40 L |
