1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 2004 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Noble M14 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Noble M14 weights approximately 560 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 2004 Noble M14 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 2004 Noble M14. 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, 2004 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Dyane | 2004 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Citroen | Noble |
| Model | Dyane | M14 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2440 mm |
