1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 1994 Tata Estate
To start off, 1994 Tata Estate is newer by 21 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Tata Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Tata Estate (67 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Tata Estate should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Tata Estate weights approximately 1050 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 1994 Tata Estate 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 1994 Tata Estate. 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, 1994 Tata Estate (118 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Tata Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen Dyane | 1994 Tata Estate | |
Make | Citroen | Tata |
Model | Dyane | Estate |
Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 67 HP |
Torque | 29 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |