1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 36 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Civic weights approximately 520 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, 2005 Honda Civic (156 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Civic 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 | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Dyane 4 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
