1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 9 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 1,455 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 220 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Dyane | 1979 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Dyane | Rabbit |
Year Released | 1970 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 1455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 73.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |