1971 Citroen Dyane vs. 1973 Honda Z
To start off, 1973 Honda Z is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 425 cc (2 cylinders), 1971 Citroen Dyane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 24 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Citroen Dyane weights approximately 80 kg more than 1973 Honda Z.
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, 1973 Honda Z (30 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Honda Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Dyane | 1973 Honda Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Dyane | Z |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 30 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 62.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 57.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
