1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 1959 Moretti 750
To start off, 1970 Citroen Dyane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 748 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Moretti 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Moretti 750 (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Moretti 750 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Moretti 750 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1970 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Moretti 750 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 1959 Moretti 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1959 Moretti 750 (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Moretti 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Dyane | 1959 Moretti 750 | |
Make | Citroen | Moretti |
Model | Dyane | 750 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 60 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2160 mm |