1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1974 Skoda S 110 R
To start off, 1974 Skoda S 110 R 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 1,107 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Skoda S 110 R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Skoda S 110 R (51 HP @ 4650 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Skoda S 110 R should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Skoda S 110 R weights approximately 250 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 1974 Skoda S 110 R 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 1974 Skoda S 110 R. 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, 1974 Skoda S 110 R (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Skoda S 110 R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 1974 Skoda S 110 R | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | Dyane | S 110 R |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 68 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 31 L |
