1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1990 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1990 Suzuki Alto is newer by 22 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 796 cc (3 cylinders), 1990 Suzuki Alto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Suzuki Alto (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 40 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, 1990 Suzuki Alto (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 1990 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Dyane | Alto |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2180 mm |
