1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 23 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 515 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, 1995 Ford Escort (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Dyane | 1995 Ford Escort | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Dyane | Escort |
Year Released | 1972 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |