1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 34 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 360 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, 2007 Peugeot 206 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen Dyane | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | Dyane | 206 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
