1975 Citroen Dyane vs. 1960 Nissan Bluebird
To start off, 1975 Citroen Dyane is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Nissan Bluebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Nissan Bluebird would be higher. At 988 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Nissan Bluebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Nissan Bluebird (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Nissan Bluebird weights approximately 335 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 Nissan Bluebird is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Nissan Bluebird will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Bluebird (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Nissan Bluebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen Dyane | 1960 Nissan Bluebird | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Dyane | Bluebird |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2290 mm |
