2001 Citroen C5 vs. 1972 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 29 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen C5 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 930 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.
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, 2001 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen C5 | 1972 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | Dyane |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |
