2008 Audi A5 vs. 1972 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 36 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 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 1020 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.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Audi A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1972 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A5 | Dyane |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 43 L |
