1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R is newer by 45 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 514 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 1147 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.
Because 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Dyane | GT-R |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 538 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 628 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 74 L |
