1974 Citroen Dyane vs. 1967 Reliant Rebel
To start off, 1974 Citroen Dyane is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Reliant Rebel. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Reliant Rebel would be higher. At 748 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Reliant Rebel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Reliant Rebel (35 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Reliant Rebel should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Reliant Rebel weights approximately 20 kg more than 1974 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Reliant Rebel 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 1967 Reliant Rebel. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1967 Reliant Rebel (51 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Reliant Rebel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Citroen Dyane | 1967 Reliant Rebel | |
Make | Citroen | Reliant |
Model | Dyane | Rebel |
Year Released | 1974 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 423 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 51 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 38 L |