1975 Citroen Dyane vs. 1959 Porsche 356
To start off, 1975 Citroen Dyane is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Porsche 356 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Porsche 356 weights approximately 248 kg more than 1975 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 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 1959 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1959 Porsche 356 (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen Dyane | 1959 Porsche 356 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Dyane | 356 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 119 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 74 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 52 L |
