1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 2001 Honda Fit
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Fit weights approximately 400 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 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 2001 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Dyane | Fit |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 42 L |
