1971 Citroen Dyane vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1971 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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 Audi Q5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Dyane | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | Dyane | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |
