2002 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Citroen LN
To start off, 2002 Audi A4 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (184 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1978 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, 2002 Audi A4 (240 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Audi A4 | 1978 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | LN |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
