1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1973 Audi 80
To start off, 1973 Audi 80 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Audi 80 (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Audi 80 weights approximately 322 kg more than 1968 Citroen Dyane. 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, 1973 Audi 80 (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 1973 Audi 80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Dyane | 80 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
