1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 41 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 1000 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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element 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 | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Dyane 4 | Element |
Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2576 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |