1967 Citroen Dyane 6 vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 41 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 580 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, 2008 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic 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 | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Dyane 6 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 50 L |
