1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 1998 Mazda 323
To start off, 1998 Mazda 323 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda 323 (74 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mazda 323 weights approximately 553 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 Mazda 323 (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda 323 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 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Dyane 4 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1147 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
