1971 Citroen Dyane vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 4,096 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Torino weights approximately 1019 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 1972 Ford Torino 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 1972 Ford Torino. 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, 1972 Ford Torino (245 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen Dyane | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Dyane | Torino |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 4096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 87 L |
