1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC is newer by 39 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 923 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, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen Dyane | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dyane | CC |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
