1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1984 Dodge 600
To start off, 1984 Dodge 600 is newer by 16 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge 600 (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge 600 weights approximately 645 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, 1984 Dodge 600 (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 1984 Dodge 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Dyane | 600 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
