1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1972 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 1972 Citroen Dyane is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 747 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Abarth 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 750 (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen Dyane weights approximately 55 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750.
Because 1958 Abarth 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Citroen Dyane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Abarth 750 (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 1972 Citroen Dyane | |
Make | Abarth | Citroen |
Model | 750 | Dyane |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 43 L |