1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 is newer by 20 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 952 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 205 (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 166 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, 1989 Peugeot 205 (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 205 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 | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Dyane 4 | 205 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |