1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 1953 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1970 Citroen Dyane is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 860 cc, 1953 Nissan Sports is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Citroen Dyane (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1953 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Citroen Dyane should accelerate faster than 1953 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Nissan Sports weights approximately 160 kg more than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Nissan Sports (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Nissan Sports will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Dyane | 1953 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Dyane | Sports |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2160 mm |
