1985 Citroen CX vs. 1975 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 10 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 (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 830 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, 1985 Citroen CX (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1975 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | CX | Dyane |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 43 L |
