2006 Audi TT vs. 1985 Citroen LNA
To start off, 2006 Audi TT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Citroen LNA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Citroen LNA would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Audi TT (148 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1985 Citroen LNA. (35 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1985 Citroen LNA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi TT weights approximately 570 kg more than 1985 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 TT (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Citroen LNA. (50 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Citroen LNA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi TT | 1985 Citroen LNA | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | TT | LNA |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| 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 | 148 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 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 | 1280 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
