1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1969 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1972 Citroen Dyane is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,077 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corolla (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 110 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 1969 Toyota Corolla 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 1969 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1969 Toyota Corolla (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1969 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Dyane | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 60 L |
