1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 1967 Fiat 850
To start off, 1970 Citroen Dyane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 843 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat 850 (41 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat 850 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 850 weights approximately 142 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 1967 Fiat 850 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 1967 Fiat 850. 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, 1967 Fiat 850 (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Dyane | 1967 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | Dyane | 850 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 843 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |