1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1994 Subaru Impreza is newer by 22 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 556 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 1994 Subaru Impreza 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, 1994 Subaru Impreza 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, 1994 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Citroen Dyane | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Citroen | Subaru |
| Model | Dyane | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2530 mm |
