1968 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1968 Citroen Dyane
To start off, both 1968 Chevrolet Nova and 1968 Citroen Dyane were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (165 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 970 kg more than 1968 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Chevrolet Nova 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 1968 Chevrolet Nova. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Citroen Dyane, 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, 1968 Chevrolet Nova (388 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Nova | 1968 Citroen Dyane | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Nova | Dyane |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 68.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 59 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |