1986 Audi 100 vs. 1970 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 1986 Audi 100 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 1,921 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 100 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 100 weights approximately 580 kg more than 1970 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, 1986 Audi 100 (147 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 100 | 1970 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 100 | Dyane |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1921 cc | 423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 59 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 43 L |
