1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 2009 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 41 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 871 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, 2009 Honda Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 2009 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Dyane | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 79 L |
