1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1965 Moretti 750
To start off, 1972 Citroen Dyane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Moretti 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Moretti 750 would be higher. At 766 cc (2 cylinders), 1965 Moretti 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Moretti 750 (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Moretti 750 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen Dyane weights approximately 10 kg more than 1965 Moretti 750.
Because 1965 Moretti 750 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 1965 Moretti 750. 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, 1965 Moretti 750 (61 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Moretti 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1965 Moretti 750 | |
| Make | Citroen | Moretti |
| Model | Dyane | 750 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
