1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 2005 Vauxhall Meriva
To start off, 2005 Vauxhall Meriva is newer by 35 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Vauxhall Meriva (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Vauxhall Meriva should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Meriva weights approximately 685 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, 2005 Vauxhall Meriva (138 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Dyane | 2005 Vauxhall Meriva | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Dyane | Meriva |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
