1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 2001 Acura CL
To start off, 2001 Acura CL is newer by 33 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 3,212 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura CL weights approximately 990 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, 2001 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 2001 Acura CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | Dyane | CL |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 65 L |
