1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 738 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.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX 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 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Dyane 4 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |