1974 Citroen Dyane vs. 1973 Nissan Violet
To start off, 1974 Citroen Dyane is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Violet (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Violet weights approximately 370 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 1973 Nissan Violet 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 1973 Nissan Violet. 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, 1973 Nissan Violet (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen Dyane | 1973 Nissan Violet | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Dyane | Violet |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2460 mm |
