1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1988 Renault 4
To start off, 1988 Renault 4 is newer by 16 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 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 4 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Renault 4 weights approximately 105 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, 1988 Renault 4 (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1988 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Dyane | 4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
