1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1967 Opel Rekord
To start off, 1972 Citroen Dyane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Rekord (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Opel Rekord weights approximately 505 kg more than 1972 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Opel Rekord is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen Dyane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Opel Rekord (160 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Dyane | 1967 Opel Rekord | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Dyane | Rekord |
Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 2239 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |