1967 Citroen Dyane 6 vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 40 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Fiat Panda weights approximately 260 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda 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 | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Dyane 6 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 78.7 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 | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 35 L |
