1967 Citroen Dyane 6 vs. 2006 Opel Signum
To start off, 2006 Opel Signum is newer by 39 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Signum (173 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Signum weights approximately 960 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, 2006 Opel Signum (266 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Signum 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 | 2006 Opel Signum | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Dyane 6 | Signum |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 602 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 32 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 41 Nm | 266 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 60 L |