1978 Citroen Visa vs. 1969 Citroen Dyane 4
To start off, 1978 Citroen Visa is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 would be higher. At 652 cc (2 cylinders), 1978 Citroen Visa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Citroen Visa (35 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Citroen Visa should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Citroen Visa weights approximately 140 kg more than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. 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, 1978 Citroen Visa (51 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Citroen Visa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Citroen Visa | 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Visa | Dyane 4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1969 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 652 cc | 425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 51 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 59 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 734 kg | 594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 43 L |