1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 43 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 (2 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
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, 2011 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Dyane | Civic |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
