1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 2002 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2002 Toyota Soarer is newer by 30 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 1140 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Toyota Soarer (430 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Dyane | 2002 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Dyane | Soarer |
Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 430 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |