1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto 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 657 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Alto (51 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 50 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 Suzuki Alto 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 Suzuki Alto 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 Suzuki Alto (56 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Dyane | Alto |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 56 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
