1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1960 Saab 93
To start off, 1968 Citroen Dyane is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Saab 93. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Saab 93 would be higher. At 746 cc (3 cylinders), 1960 Saab 93 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Saab 93 (33 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Saab 93 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Saab 93 weights approximately 220 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.
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, 1960 Saab 93 (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Saab 93 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 1960 Saab 93 | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | Dyane | 93 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 72.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
