1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1
To start off, 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 (247 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Ferrari 625 F1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Dyane 4, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
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1969 Citroen Dyane 4 | 1954 Ferrari 625 F1 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Dyane 4 | 625 F1 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2170 mm |