1967 Citroen Dyane 6 vs. 1961 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Trabant Universal. (20 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Trabant Universal weights approximately 66 kg more than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Trabant Universal (44 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Trabant Universal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 | 1961 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Citroen | Trabant |
| Model | Dyane 6 | Universal |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 44 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 666 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
