1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car 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 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 215 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1387 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 Lincoln Town Car is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen Dyane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Dyane | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Citroen | Lincoln |
Model | Dyane | Town Car |
Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 4603 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 239 HP |
Torque | 29 Nm | 389 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1977 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 72 L |