1991 Chevrolet APV vs. 1975 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 1991 Chevrolet APV is newer by 16 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 1000 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, 1991 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet APV | 1975 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | APV | Dyane |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 68.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 59 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2410 mm |
