1967 Citroen Dyane 6 vs. 1998 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1998 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 31 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 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (266 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 830 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 1998 Ferrari Mondial 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 1998 Ferrari Mondial. 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, 1998 Ferrari Mondial (363 Nm) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (41 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari Mondial 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 | 1998 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Dyane 6 | Mondial |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 84 L |
