1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 1996 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 1996 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 27 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Berlingo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Berlingo weights approximately 480 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, 1996 Citroen Berlingo (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Berlingo 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 | 1996 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Dyane 4 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
