1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1969 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1972 Citroen Dyane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mazda Familia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mazda Familia would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mazda Familia weights approximately 200 kg more than 1972 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1969 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen Dyane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1969 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1969 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | Dyane | Familia |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
