1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 7 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Citroen CX weights approximately 810 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.
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, 1979 Citroen CX (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1979 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Dyane | CX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3100 mm |
