1971 Citroen Dyane vs. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 8 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 240 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 1979 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. 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, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen Dyane | 1979 Daihatsu Charmant | |
Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
Model | Dyane | Charmant |
Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |