1969 Citroen Dyane 4 vs. 1972 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Toyota Corolla (62 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 226 kg more than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Toyota Corolla 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 1972 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Dyane 4, 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, 1972 Toyota Corolla (94 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Citroen Dyane 4 | 1972 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Dyane 4 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 75 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 594 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |