2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1969 Citroen Dyane 4
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 38 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 405 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1294 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | 300 | Dyane 4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6059 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1888 kg | 594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |
