1971 Citroen Dyane vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 41 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 2,261 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Mondeo (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 970 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.
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, 2012 Ford Mondeo (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Dyane | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Dyane | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
