1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 1991 Ford Laser
To start off, 1991 Ford Laser is newer by 22 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Laser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Laser (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Laser should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Laser weights approximately 411 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, 1991 Ford Laser (123 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Laser 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 | 1991 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Dyane 4 | Laser |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
