1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1995 Mazda Sentia
To start off, 1995 Mazda Sentia is newer by 47 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mazda Sentia (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 878 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.
Because 1995 Mazda Sentia 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 1995 Mazda Sentia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1995 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1995 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV. 1995 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1948 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1948 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Citroen 2CV | 1995 Mazda Sentia | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | 2CV | Sentia |
Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 9 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 23 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2860 mm |