1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 24 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 730 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, 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse (177 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1996 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dyane | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
