1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1968 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1972 Citroen Dyane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Steyr Haflinger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Steyr Haflinger would be higher. At 643 cc (2 cylinders), 1968 Steyr Haflinger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Steyr Haflinger (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Steyr Haflinger should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 64 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 1968 Steyr Haflinger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Steyr Haflinger 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, 1968 Steyr Haflinger (44 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Steyr Haflinger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1968 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Citroen | Steyr |
| Model | Dyane | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 643 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 2840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1510 mm |
