1967 Citroen Dyane 6 vs. 1966 Subaru 360
To start off, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Subaru 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Subaru 360 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 1966 Subaru 360. (20 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 should accelerate faster than 1966 Subaru 360. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1966 Subaru 360. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Subaru 360 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 Subaru 360. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6, 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, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Subaru 360. (35 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Subaru 360.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 | 1966 Subaru 360 | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Dyane 6 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1966 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 35 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 64 L |
