1986 Audi 90 vs. 1972 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 1986 Audi 90 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 1,994 cc (5 cylinders), 1986 Audi 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Audi 90 (114 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Audi 90 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Audi 90 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1972 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Audi 90 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Audi 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 90 | 1972 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 90 | Dyane |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
