2003 Audi A6 vs. 1981 Citroen LN
To start off, 2003 Audi A6 is newer by 22 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 2,669 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1981 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 1010 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 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Audi A6 (339 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 1981 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | LN |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2669 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
