1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 1986 Honda Civic
To start off, 1986 Honda Civic is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Honda Civic (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Honda Civic weights approximately 310 kg more than 1973 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 Honda Civic (142 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen Dyane | 1986 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Dyane | Civic |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2210 mm |
