1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1993 Mazda 626
To start off, 1993 Mazda 626 is newer by 45 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 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda 626 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1993 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mazda 626 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, 1993 Mazda 626 (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 2CV | 626 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 60 L |
