1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 1978 Fiat 133
To start off, 1978 Fiat 133 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 842 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 133 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat 133 (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat 133 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 133 weights approximately 100 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 1978 Fiat 133 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 1978 Fiat 133. 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, 1978 Fiat 133 (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat 133 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Dyane | 1978 Fiat 133 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Dyane | 133 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 68 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
