1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1997 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1997 Proton Saloon is newer by 29 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Proton Saloon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Proton Saloon (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Proton Saloon weights approximately 360 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, 1997 Proton Saloon (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Proton Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 1997 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | Dyane | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
