1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo
To start off, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is newer by 27 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 1,198 cc (3 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Lupo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Volkswagen Lupo weights approximately 244 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, 1999 Volkswagen Lupo (155 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Volkswagen Lupo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1999 Volkswagen Lupo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dyane | Lupo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2330 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 34 L |
