1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1988 Mazda 626
To start off, 1988 Mazda 626 is newer by 40 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda 626 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda 626 weights approximately 440 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Mazda 626 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 1988 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | 2CV | 626 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1789 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |