1981 Citroen LN vs. 2013 Audi A6
To start off, 2013 Audi A6 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen LN would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A6 (414 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 379 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A6 weights approximately 1185 kg more than 1981 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Audi A6 (549 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Citroen LN | 2013 Audi A6 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | LN | A6 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 549 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4931 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2086 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2916 mm |