1996 Audi A3 vs. 1978 Citroen LNA
To start off, 1996 Audi A3 is newer by 18 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A3 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A3 weights approximately 430 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, 1996 Audi A3 (173 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Audi A3 | 1978 Citroen LNA | |
Make | Audi | Citroen |
Model | A3 | LNA |
Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |