1975 Citroen Dyane vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 35 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (265 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse weights approximately 988 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.
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, 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse (355 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen Dyane | 2010 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Dyane | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1578 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1367 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2576 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 67 L |
