1968 Citroen Dyane vs. 1977 Lada 1200
To start off, 1977 Lada 1200 is newer by 9 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 1,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lada 1200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lada 1200 (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lada 1200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lada 1200 weights approximately 355 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 1977 Lada 1200 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 1977 Lada 1200. 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, 1977 Lada 1200 (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Lada 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Citroen Dyane | 1977 Lada 1200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Lada |
| Model | Dyane | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 39 L |
