1966 BMW 1602 vs. 1970 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 1970 Citroen Dyane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1602. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1602 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1602 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1602 (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1602 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 BMW 1602 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1970 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 BMW 1602 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 1966 BMW 1602. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1966 BMW 1602 (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 BMW 1602 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1602 | 1970 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | BMW | Citroen |
| Model | 1602 | Dyane |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 423 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 59 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 43 L |
