2006 Audi A4 vs. 1978 Citroen LNA
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 28 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 2,976 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1978 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 880 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.
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, 2006 Audi A4 (301 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen LNA. (49 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 1978 Citroen LNA | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | LNA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2976 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 70 mm |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 126 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
