1967 Citroen Dyane 6 vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Fiat 1400 (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 588 kg more than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Fiat 1400 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 1955 Fiat 1400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6, 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, 1955 Fiat 1400 (134 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (41 Nm). This means 1955 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen Dyane 6 | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Dyane 6 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1901 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 32 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 134 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 20.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1188 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |