1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 1975 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1975 Nissan Cedric is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Nissan Cedric (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 860 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Nissan Cedric (179 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen Dyane | 1975 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Dyane | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2700 mm |
