1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 1953 Riley Pathfinder
To start off, 1973 Citroen Dyane is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Riley Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Riley Pathfinder would be higher. At 2,443 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Riley Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Riley Pathfinder (109 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Riley Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Riley Pathfinder weights approximately 945 kg more than 1973 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Riley Pathfinder is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Riley Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen Dyane, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Riley Pathfinder (182 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Riley Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen Dyane | 1953 Riley Pathfinder | |
| Make | Citroen | Riley |
| Model | Dyane | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 120 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 59 L |
