1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1994 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 1994 Ford Scorpio is newer by 26 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Scorpio (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 665 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 1994 Ford Scorpio 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 1994 Ford Scorpio. 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, 1994 Ford Scorpio (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen Dyane | 1994 Ford Scorpio | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Dyane | Scorpio |
Year Released | 1968 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
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 | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |