1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 2009 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Mazda 3 is newer by 61 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 1,998 cc, 2009 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 3 (145 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 3 weights approximately 872 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, 2009 Mazda 3 (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 2009 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 2CV | 3 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 63 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 55 L |
