1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 2005 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2005 Kia Sorento is newer by 33 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sorento (139 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sorento weights approximately 1466 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.
Because 2005 Kia Sorento is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sorento will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Kia Sorento (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Dyane | 2005 Kia Sorento | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Dyane | Sorento |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 314 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 2056 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |