1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 2009 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda FR-V is newer by 36 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda FR-V (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
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, 2009 Honda FR-V (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen Dyane | 2009 Honda FR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Dyane | FR-V |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 58 L |
