1974 Citroen Dyane vs. 1984 Reliant SE6
To start off, 1984 Reliant SE6 is newer by 10 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Reliant SE6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Reliant SE6 (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Reliant SE6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Reliant SE6 weights approximately 660 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.
Because 1984 Reliant SE6 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 1984 Reliant SE6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1984 Reliant SE6 (233 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Reliant SE6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen Dyane | 1984 Reliant SE6 | |
Make | Citroen | Reliant |
Model | Dyane | SE6 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |