1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Mazda Carol
To start off, 2005 Mazda Carol is newer by 57 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 657 cc (3 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Carol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Carol (45 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Carol should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Citroen 2CV weights approximately 52 kg more than 2005 Mazda Carol.
Because 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2005 Mazda Carol 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, 2005 Mazda Carol (58 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Carol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Mazda Carol | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 2CV | Carol |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 657 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 30 L |
