1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1976 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1976 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (99 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Sprinter weights approximately 275 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, 1976 Toyota Sprinter (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1976 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Dyane | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2340 mm |
