1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1975 Sunbeam Alpine is newer by 6 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 1,725 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Sunbeam Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Sunbeam Alpine (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Sunbeam Alpine should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Sunbeam Alpine weights approximately 416 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 1975 Sunbeam Alpine 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 1975 Sunbeam Alpine. 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, 1975 Sunbeam Alpine (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Sunbeam Alpine 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 | 1975 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Citroen | Sunbeam |
| Model | Dyane 4 | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1725 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
