1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 1997 Kia Avella
To start off, 1997 Kia Avella is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Avella is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Avella (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Avella should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Avella weights approximately 325 kg more than 1973 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Kia Avella (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Avella will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen Dyane | 1997 Kia Avella | |
Make | Citroen | Kia |
Model | Dyane | Avella |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |