1967 Citroen Dyane 6 vs. 1989 Westfield ZEI
To start off, 1989 Westfield ZEI 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Westfield ZEI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Westfield ZEI (217 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Westfield ZEI should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Westfield ZEI weights approximately 125 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 1989 Westfield ZEI 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 1989 Westfield ZEI. 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, 1989 Westfield ZEI (292 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Westfield ZEI 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 Westfield ZEI | |
Make | Citroen | Westfield |
Model | Dyane 6 | ZEI |
Year Released | 1967 | 1989 |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 32 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1060 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |