1974 Citroen Dyane vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (89 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 567 kg more than 1974 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen Dyane | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dyane | Polo |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| 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 | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
