1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1983 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1983 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 15 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 1,256 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Vauxhall Chevette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Vauxhall Chevette (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Vauxhall Chevette weights approximately 265 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 1983 Vauxhall Chevette 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 1983 Vauxhall Chevette. 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, 1983 Vauxhall Chevette (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Vauxhall Chevette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 1983 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Dyane | Chevette |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 61 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 45 L |
