1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 1978 Opel Manta
To start off, 1978 Opel Manta is newer by 9 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 1,979 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Opel Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Manta (100 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Manta should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Manta weights approximately 456 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 1978 Opel Manta 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 1978 Opel Manta. 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, 1978 Opel Manta (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Manta 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 | 1978 Opel Manta | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Dyane 4 | Manta |
Year Released | 1969 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |