1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1974 Lada Riva
To start off, 1974 Lada Riva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Lada Riva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lada Riva (66 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lada Riva should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lada Riva weights approximately 406 kg more than 1968 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Lada Riva 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 1974 Lada Riva. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1974 Lada Riva (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Lada Riva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 1974 Lada Riva | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Dyane | Riva |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 66 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2420 mm |
