2009 Alfa Romeo Brera vs. 1970 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is newer by 39 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 3,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera weights approximately 1115 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.
Because 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alfa Romeo Brera | 1970 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | Brera | Dyane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3193 cc | 423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 322 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
