1985 Caterham 1700 vs. 1973 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 1985 Caterham 1700 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 1,692 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Caterham 1700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Caterham 1700 (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Caterham 1700 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Citroen Dyane weights approximately 47 kg more than 1985 Caterham 1700.
Because 1985 Caterham 1700 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 1985 Caterham 1700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1985 Caterham 1700 (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Caterham 1700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Caterham 1700 | 1973 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Caterham | Citroen |
| Model | 1700 | Dyane |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1692 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.3 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.6 mm | 59 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1090 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2410 mm |
