1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 2011 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2011 Dacia Duster is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Dacia Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dacia Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dacia Duster weights approximately 610 kg more than 1970 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Dacia Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Dacia Duster will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Dacia Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Dacia Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Dyane | 2011 Dacia Duster | |
Make | Citroen | Dacia |
Model | Dyane | Duster |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2673 mm |