1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 35 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 2,971 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 865 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, 2003 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 2003 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dyane | Magna |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
