1975 Citroen Dyane vs. 1960 Innocenti 950
To start off, 1975 Citroen Dyane is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Innocenti 950. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Innocenti 950 would be higher. At 947 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Innocenti 950 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Innocenti 950 (40 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Innocenti 950 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Innocenti 950 weights approximately 105 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 1960 Innocenti 950 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 1960 Innocenti 950. 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, 1960 Innocenti 950 (71 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Innocenti 950 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen Dyane | 1960 Innocenti 950 | |
| Make | Citroen | Innocenti |
| Model | Dyane | 950 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2040 mm |
