1975 Citroen Dyane vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 656 cc (3 cylinders), 1995 Honda Today is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Today (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Today weights approximately 120 kg more than 1975 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Honda Today (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Today will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Citroen Dyane | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Dyane | Today |
Year Released | 1975 | 1995 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |