1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 2006 Fiat Palio II
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 37 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Palio II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Palio II (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4.
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, 2006 Fiat Palio II (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Palio II 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 | 2006 Fiat Palio II | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Dyane 4 | Palio II |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 54 L |
