1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 24 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1545 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.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (467 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen Dyane | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Dyane | F-150 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1997 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 5406 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 2135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3050 mm |