1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 2001 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2001 Fiat Palio is newer by 32 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 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Palio (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Palio weights approximately 501 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, 2001 Fiat Palio (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Palio 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 | 2001 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Dyane 4 | Palio |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| 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 | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 51 L |
