1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1987 Fiat Vivace
To start off, 1987 Fiat Vivace is newer by 19 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 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Fiat Vivace weights approximately 220 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, 1987 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 1987 Fiat Vivace | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Dyane | Vivace |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
