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Citroen Dyane I (Phase I) Dyane 6 (28 Hp)
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Citroen Dyane:
The Citroën Dyane is an economy family car produced by the French automaker Citroën from 1967 to 1983. The Dyane's design remained almost completely based on the Citroën 2CV and its underpinnings, but at the same time received almost all-new body panels, distinguished by more straight, angular overall features. The rear introduced a prominent large hatchback, while the modernized front wings now integrated the headlights.
A panel van version named the Acadiane was also derived from the Dyane. Nearly 1. 45 million Dyanes and some 250,000 Acadianes were made, for a total of ~1. 7 million units. Although the Dyane was a complete reskin of the 2CV, and body panels are not interchangeable, the 2CV remained on sale as a cheaper, entry-level model, and when the Dyane was retired after more than fifteen years, its predecessor, the 2CV, kept soldiering on, outliving its intended successor....(Read more on Wikipedia)
I (Phase I) Overview:
Citroen Dyane (I (Phase I)). With 43 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Weighing only 592 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. The top speed reaches 110 km/h. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. A car with a continuous slope from the roof to the rear, enhancing aerodynamics. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
Dyane 6 (28 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
This 28 Hp variant of the 602cc engine offered a good balance between the lower-powered options and the top-tier 33 Hp model. It was competent for city and light rural driving, though less spirited than the most powerful version.
Fuel Economy
With a fuel consumption of 5.5 l/100 km, it provided excellent economy, very close to the 33 Hp version, making it a practical and efficient choice.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Excellent fuel economy across the range
- • Practical and versatile hatchback body
- • Simple, robust, and easy-to-maintain mechanics
- • Comfortable ride thanks to soft suspension
Cons:
- • Very modest performance, especially with smaller engines
- • Lack of modern safety features (common for its era)
- • Basic interior amenities and refinement
- • Drum brakes all around offer limited stopping power
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(I (Phase I): 1967 - October, 1968).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Citroen |
| Model: | Dyane |
| Generation: | I (Phase I) |
| Modification (Engine): | Dyane 6 (28 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1968 |
| End of production: | 1969 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan, Fastback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 28 Hp @ 4750 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 46.5 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 43 Nm @ 3500 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 602 |
| Number of cylinders: | 2 |
| Engine configuration: | Boxer |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 2.5 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 74 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 70 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 7.75:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Maximum speed: | 110 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 20.9 kg/Hp, 47.9 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 13.6 kg/Nm, 73.5 Nm/tonne |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 585-600 |
| Max. weight: | 925 |
| Max load: | 325-340 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 250 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 25 l |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3905 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1500 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1540 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 2400 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 11 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
| Rear suspension | Independent coil spring |
If you could change one thing about the Citroen Dyane, what would it be?