1970 Citroen Dyane vs. 2010 Ford F-250
To start off, 2010 Ford F-250 is newer by 40 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford F-250 (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford F-250 weights approximately 2408 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 2010 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford F-250 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, 2010 Ford F-250 (494 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 465 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Citroen Dyane | 2010 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Dyane | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 29 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 2998 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 6253 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 2029 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 115 L |
