1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1961 Fiat 600
To start off, 1972 Citroen Dyane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Citroen Dyane (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Citroen Dyane should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 600 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Because 1961 Fiat 600 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 1961 Fiat 600. 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, 1961 Fiat 600 (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1961 Fiat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | Dyane | 600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 767 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |
