1979 Audi 100 vs. 1982 Citroen LN
To start off, 1982 Citroen LN is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Audi 100 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Audi 100 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Audi 100 weights approximately 396 kg more than 1982 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, 1979 Audi 100 (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Audi 100 | 1982 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | LN |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2240 mm |
