1973 Citroen Dyane vs. 2010 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2010 Toyota Corolla is newer by 37 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Corolla (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 685 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.
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, 2010 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen Dyane | 2010 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Dyane | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4539 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
