1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1993 Italdesign Nazca
To start off, 1993 Italdesign Nazca is newer by 25 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 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (346 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Italdesign Nazca should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Italdesign Nazca weights approximately 410 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 1993 Italdesign Nazca 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 1993 Italdesign Nazca. 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, 1993 Italdesign Nazca (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Italdesign Nazca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 1993 Italdesign Nazca | |
| Make | Citroen | Italdesign |
| Model | Dyane | Nazca |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
