1971 Citroen Dyane vs. 1999 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 28 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 725 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 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen Dyane | 1999 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Citroen | Subaru |
Model | Dyane | Legacy |
Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |