1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
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 Volkswagen Jetta (165 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm). This means 1996 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dyane | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
