1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1970 Citroen Dyane is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (189 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 935 kg more than 1970 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II 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 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (334 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Dyane | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Citroen | Jaguar |
| Model | Dyane | MK II |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
