1967 Citroen Dyane 6 vs. 1976 Renault 12
To start off, 1976 Renault 12 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault 12 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault 12 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault 12 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. 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, 1976 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen Dyane 6 | 1976 Renault 12 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Dyane 6 | 12 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 32 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |