1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 2002 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2002 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 34 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saab 05-Sep (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 970 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, 2002 Saab 05-Sep (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 2002 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | Dyane | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
