1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1967 Seat 600
To start off, 1972 Citroen Dyane is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Seat 600 would be higher. At 767 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Seat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 24 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Citroen Dyane weights approximately 15 kg more than 1967 Seat 600.
Because 1967 Seat 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 1967 Seat 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, 1967 Seat 600 (48 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Seat 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1967 Seat 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Dyane | 600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| 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 | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2010 mm |
