1975 Citroen Dyane vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (205 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 840 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 1983 Ferrari 308 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 1983 Ferrari 308. 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (246 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen Dyane | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Dyane | 308 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 70 L |
