1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1986 Hyundai Excel
To start off, 1986 Hyundai Excel is newer by 14 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Hyundai Excel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Hyundai Excel (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Hyundai Excel should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Hyundai Excel weights approximately 385 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, 1986 Hyundai Excel (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Hyundai Excel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1986 Hyundai Excel | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Dyane | Excel |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
