1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 31 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 686 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 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 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Dyane 4 | 146 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 61 L |