2000 Audi A6 vs. 1978 Citroen LNA
To start off, 2000 Audi A6 is newer by 22 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 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A6 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A6 weights approximately 910 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.
Because 2000 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Citroen LNA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A6 | 1978 Citroen LNA | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | LNA |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
