1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1980 Renault 15
To start off, 1980 Renault 15 is newer by 8 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 15 weights approximately 375 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1980 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Dyane | 15 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
