1974 Citroen CX vs. 1967 Citroen Dyane 6
To start off, 1974 Citroen CX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Citroen CX (95 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Citroen CX weights approximately 920 kg more than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. 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, 1974 Citroen CX (216 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen CX | 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | CX | Dyane 6 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 32 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 25 L |