1999 Acura SLX vs. 1973 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 1999 Acura SLX is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura SLX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura SLX (225 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura SLX should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura SLX weights approximately 985 kg more than 1973 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, 1999 Acura SLX (312 Nm) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm). This means 1999 Acura SLX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura SLX | 1973 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | SLX | Dyane |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3494 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 24 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4661 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1834 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1834 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2410 mm |
