1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 1981 Fiat 127
To start off, 1981 Fiat 127 is newer by 12 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 1,300 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Fiat 127 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat 127 (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat 127 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat 127 weights approximately 181 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1981 Fiat 127 (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat 127 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 | 1981 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Dyane 4 | 127 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 56 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
