1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 1974 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1974 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 would be higher. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 1156 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 1974 Pontiac Firebird 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 1974 Pontiac Firebird. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1974 Pontiac Firebird (563 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 534 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 | 1974 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Dyane 4 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 105.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 106.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 76 L |
