1975 Citroen Dyane vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V50 (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo V50 weights approximately 865 kg more than 1975 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 Volvo V50 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen Dyane | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volvo |
| Model | Dyane | V50 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 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 | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 62 L |
