2005 Audi TT vs. 1983 Citroen LN
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen LN would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (179 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1983 Citroen LN. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 530 kg more than 1983 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, 2005 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen LN. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen LN.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1983 Citroen LN | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | LN |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 179 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
