1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 23 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 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 566 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, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 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 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Dyane 4 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
