1972 Citroen Dyane vs. 1959 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1972 Citroen Dyane is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,552 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ford Zephyr (72 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 586 kg more than 1972 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Ford Zephyr 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 Ford Zephyr. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 Ford Zephyr (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Citroen Dyane | 1959 Ford Zephyr | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Dyane | Zephyr |
Year Released | 1972 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 2552 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1176 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2720 mm |