1971 Citroen Dyane vs. 1967 Simca 1200S
To start off, 1971 Citroen Dyane is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1200S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1200S would be higher. At 1,204 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Simca 1200S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Simca 1200S (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Simca 1200S should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Simca 1200S weights approximately 265 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 1967 Simca 1200S 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 1967 Simca 1200S. 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, 1967 Simca 1200S (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Simca 1200S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Dyane | 1967 Simca 1200S | |
| Make | Citroen | Simca |
| Model | Dyane | 1200S |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 70 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 | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 53 L |
