1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1979 Mazda Montrose
To start off, 1979 Mazda Montrose is newer by 11 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Montrose is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Montrose (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Montrose should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Montrose 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.
Because 1979 Mazda Montrose 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 1979 Mazda Montrose. 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, 1979 Mazda Montrose (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Montrose will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 1979 Mazda Montrose | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Dyane | Montrose |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
