1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1972 Honda 1300
To start off, both 1972 Citroen Dyane and 1972 Honda 1300 were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,298 cc, 1972 Honda 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Honda 1300 weights approximately 305 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.
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, 1972 Honda 1300 (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Honda 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Dyane | 1972 Honda 1300 | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Dyane | 1300 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1298 cc |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 35 L |