1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Tiburon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Hyundai Tiburon weights approximately 667 kg more than 1970 Citroen Dyane. 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, 1996 Hyundai Tiburon (166 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Tiburon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Dyane | 1996 Hyundai Tiburon | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Dyane | Tiburon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 53 L |
