1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 1994 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1994 Toyota Supra is newer by 24 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota Supra (326 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Supra weights approximately 1025 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 1994 Toyota Supra 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 1994 Toyota Supra. 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, 1994 Toyota Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Dyane | 1994 Toyota Supra | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Dyane | Supra |
Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 326 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1615 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 75 L |