1996 Citroen C 15 vs. 1969 Citroen Dyane 4
To start off, 1996 Citroen C 15 is newer by 27 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 954 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen C 15 (44 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen C 15 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen C 15 weights approximately 251 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, 1996 Citroen C 15 (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen C 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen C 15 | 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C 15 | Dyane 4 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 954 cc | 425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 43 L |