1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1958 Ford 17
To start off, 1972 Citroen Dyane is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ford 17 (59 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford 17 weights approximately 525 kg more than 1972 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Ford 17 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 1958 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1958 Ford 17 (129 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1958 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Dyane | 17 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 55 L |
