1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 1999 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 1999 Hyundai Accent is newer by 26 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 1,341 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Hyundai Accent (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Hyundai Accent weights approximately 500 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, 1999 Hyundai Accent (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen Dyane | 1999 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Dyane | Accent |
Year Released | 1973 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1090 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |