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 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mazda Familia (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 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 150 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Mazda Familia (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 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 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 57 L |
