1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1998 Donkervoort D8
To start off, 1998 Donkervoort D8 is newer by 30 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Donkervoort D8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (138 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Donkervoort D8 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Donkervoort D8 weights approximately 64 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 1998 Donkervoort D8 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 1998 Donkervoort D8. 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, 1998 Donkervoort D8 (170 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Donkervoort D8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 1998 Donkervoort D8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Donkervoort |
| Model | Dyane | D8 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 654 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2310 mm |
