1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,423 cc, 2006 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Citi weights approximately 570 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, 2006 Volkswagen Citi (108 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Citi 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 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Dyane 4 | Citi |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 49 L |
