1997 Audi A4 vs. 1982 Citroen LN
To start off, 1997 Audi A4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A4 (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A4 weights approximately 471 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, 1997 Audi A4 (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A4 | 1982 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | LN |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
