1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1973 Opel Commodore
To start off, 1973 Opel Commodore 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 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Commodore weights approximately 580 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 1973 Opel Commodore 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 1973 Opel Commodore. 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, 1973 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 1973 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Dyane | Commodore |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
