1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 1998 Ford Escort
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 29 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 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Escort weights approximately 576 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, 1998 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Escort 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 | 1998 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Dyane 4 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
