1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1978 Honda Accord
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 1,748 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Honda Accord weights approximately 340 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, 1978 Honda Accord (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Dyane | 1978 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Dyane | Accord |
Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 41 L |