1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Rover 75 is newer by 33 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 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 825 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, 2003 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Dyane | 2003 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Dyane | 75 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |
