1967 Citroen Dyane 6 vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 1989 Ford Laser is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 would be higher. At 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Laser (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Laser weights approximately 455 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Ford Laser (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Laser 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 | 1989 Ford Laser | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Dyane 6 | Laser |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 32 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |