1967 Citroen Dyane 6 vs. 1959 DAF 600
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 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DAF 600 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 13 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 DAF 600 weights approximately 30 kg more than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6.
Because 1959 DAF 600 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 1959 DAF 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Citroen Dyane 6, 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, 1959 DAF 600 (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen Dyane 6. (41 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 DAF 600 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 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | DAF |
| Model | Dyane 6 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 602 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 32 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 28 L |
