1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 1979 Suzuki Cervo
To start off, 1979 Suzuki Cervo is newer by 10 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 539 cc (3 cylinders), 1979 Suzuki Cervo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Suzuki Cervo (26 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Suzuki Cervo should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 weights approximately 59 kg more than 1979 Suzuki Cervo.
Because 1979 Suzuki Cervo 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 1979 Suzuki Cervo. 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, 1979 Suzuki Cervo (53 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Suzuki Cervo 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 | 1979 Suzuki Cervo | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | Dyane 4 | Cervo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
