1974 Buick Centurion vs. 1973 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 1974 Buick Centurion is newer by 1 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 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick Centurion (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick Centurion weights approximately 1480 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 1974 Buick Centurion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Buick Centurion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen Dyane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1974 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick Centurion | 1973 Citroen Dyane | |
Make | Buick | Citroen |
Model | Centurion | Dyane |
Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2410 mm |