2007 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1967 Citroen Dyane 6
To start off, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (237 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (32 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. 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, 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 166 | Dyane 6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 237 HP | 32 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 25 L |
