1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 29 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 1126 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 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. 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, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Citroen Dyane | 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Dyane | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1970 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1960 mm |