1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 2011 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2011 Nissan Navara is newer by 41 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1442 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.
Because 2011 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Navara will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Dyane | 2011 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Dyane | Navara |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
