1975 Citroen Dyane vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 35 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 875 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen Dyane | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dyane | Jetta |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
