1980 Avanti Avanti vs. 1973 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 1980 Avanti Avanti is newer by 7 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Avanti Avanti (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 950 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.
Because 1980 Avanti Avanti is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Avanti Avanti. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen Dyane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Avanti Avanti (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Avanti Avanti | 1973 Citroen Dyane | |
Make | Avanti | Citroen |
Model | Avanti | Dyane |
Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |