2006 Audi A4 vs. 1976 Citroen LN

To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen LN. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen LN would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (222 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1976 Citroen LN. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen LN. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 724 kg more than 1976 Citroen LN. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Citroen LN. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 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, 2006 Audi A4 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 409 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen LN. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen LN.

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2006 Audi A4 1976 Citroen LN
Make Audi Citroen
Model A4 LN
Year Released 2006 1976
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2967 cc 602 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 222 HP 32 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 41 Nm
Torque RPM 1400 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83.1 mm 74 mm
Engine Stroke Size 91.4 mm 70 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1430 kg 706 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 3390 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2240 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 40 L