1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 32 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 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 845 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.
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, 2005 Ford Focus (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen Dyane | 2005 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Dyane | Focus |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88.3 mm |
| 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 | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
