1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 6 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 1,222 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen GS (58 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen GS weights approximately 350 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, 1974 Citroen GS (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Dyane | GS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1222 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 65.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
