1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 2007 Toyota Corolla

To start off, 2007 Toyota Corolla is newer by 35 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 786 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, 2007 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 2007 Toyota Corolla
Make Citroen Toyota
Model Dyane Corolla
Year Released 1972 2007
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 425 cc 1598 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 24 HP 108 HP
Engine RPM 6750 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 29 Nm 150 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 590 kg 1376 kg
Vehicle Length 3880 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1510 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1560 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 43 L 60 L


 

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