1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1973 Mazda 929 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mazda 929 weights approximately 480 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen Dyane | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | Dyane | 929 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |