1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1958 Nissan 211
To start off, 1972 Citroen Dyane is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Nissan 211 would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Nissan 211 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Nissan 211 (34 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Nissan 211 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Nissan 211 weights approximately 335 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Nissan 211 (67 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Nissan 211 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1958 Nissan 211 | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Dyane | 211 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 67 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2230 mm |
