1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1978 Daihatsu Taft
To start off, 1978 Daihatsu Taft is newer by 6 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 2,530 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Daihatsu Taft is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (62 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Daihatsu Taft weights approximately 595 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 1978 Daihatsu Taft is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Daihatsu Taft will offer significantly more control. 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, 1978 Daihatsu Taft (150 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Daihatsu Taft will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1978 Daihatsu Taft | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Dyane | Taft |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2530 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2030 mm |
