1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1977 Porsche 912
To start off, 1977 Porsche 912 is newer by 5 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Porsche 912 (87 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Porsche 912 weights approximately 550 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 1977 Porsche 912 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 1977 Porsche 912. 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, 1977 Porsche 912 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Dyane | 1977 Porsche 912 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Dyane | 912 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1977 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2220 mm |