1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1972 Renault 5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 would be higher. At 782 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Renault 5 (33 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Renault 5 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. 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, 1972 Renault 5 (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Dyane 4 | 1972 Renault 5 | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Dyane 4 | 5 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |