1974 Citroen Dyane vs. 1976 Citroen CX
To start off, 1976 Citroen CX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 2,347 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Citroen CX (128 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Citroen CX weights approximately 886 kg more than 1974 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, 1976 Citroen CX (197 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen Dyane | 1976 Citroen CX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Dyane | CX |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 2347 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 68 L |
