1961 Austin Princess vs. 1974 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 1974 Citroen Dyane is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 1590 kg more than 1974 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Austin Princess 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 1961 Austin Princess. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1961 Austin Princess (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Princess | 1974 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | Princess | Dyane |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 43 L |
