1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1973 Steyr Haflinger
To start off, 1973 Steyr Haflinger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 641 cc (2 cylinders), 1973 Steyr Haflinger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Steyr Haflinger (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Steyr Haflinger should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Steyr Haflinger weights approximately 60 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 1973 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, 1973 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, 1973 Steyr Haflinger (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 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 | 1973 Steyr Haflinger | |
| Make | Citroen | Steyr |
| Model | Dyane | Haflinger |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 641 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 | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1510 mm |
