1971 Citroen Dyane vs. 1956 Renault Dauphine
To start off, 1971 Citroen Dyane is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Renault Dauphine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Renault Dauphine would be higher. At 845 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Renault Dauphine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Renault Dauphine (33 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Renault Dauphine should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Renault Dauphine weights approximately 42 kg more than 1971 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Renault Dauphine 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 1956 Renault Dauphine. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1956 Renault Dauphine (46 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Renault Dauphine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Dyane | 1956 Renault Dauphine | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Dyane | Dauphine |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 54.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
