1975 Citroen Dyane vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 23 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 1,332 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Corolla (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 535 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Toyota Corolla (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Citroen Dyane | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Dyane | Corolla |
Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |