2000 Caterham 7 vs. 1972 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 2000 Caterham 7 is newer by 28 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Caterham 7 (230 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen Dyane weights approximately 130 kg more than 2000 Caterham 7.
Because 2000 Caterham 7 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 2000 Caterham 7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 2000 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 7200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 7 | 1972 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Caterham | Citroen |
| Model | 7 | Dyane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2410 mm |
