1974 Citroen Dyane vs. 2007 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 33 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Fiesta (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 555 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, 2007 Ford Fiesta (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen Dyane | 2007 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Dyane | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 43 L |
