2009 Audi Q7 vs. 1969 Citroen Dyane 4
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1776 kg more than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 521 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | Q7 | Dyane 4 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 59 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2370 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 43 L |
