1967 Citroen Dyane 6 vs. 1966 Fiat Grand Break

To start off, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat Grand Break would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 672 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 1966 Fiat Grand Break 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 1966 Fiat Grand Break. 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, 1966 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Grand Break 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 1966 Fiat Grand Break
Make Citroen Fiat
Model Dyane 6 Grand Break
Year Released 1967 1966
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 602 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 32 HP 96 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 41 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 9.0:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 600 kg 1272 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4490 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 25 L 70 L


 

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