1967 Citroen Dyane 6 vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 850 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Citroen 2CV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 (32 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 135 kg more than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1959 Citroen 2CV (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Citroen 2CV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Dyane 6 | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 19 L |
