1967 Citroen Dyane 6 vs. 1957 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 602 cc (2 cylinders), 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1957 Citroen 2CV. 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, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 | 1957 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Dyane 6 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 12 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 25 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 19 L |
