1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 1982 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1982 Toyota Corsa is newer by 9 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 1,450 cc, 1982 Toyota Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Toyota Corsa weights approximately 225 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, 1982 Toyota Corsa (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1982 Toyota Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen Dyane | 1982 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Dyane | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
