1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1968 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1968 Mazda Familia is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 987 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda Familia (49 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mazda Familia weights approximately 58 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mazda Familia (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1968 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 2CV | Familia |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 57 L |
