1949 Citroen 2CV vs. 1992 Mazda 626
To start off, 1992 Mazda 626 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mazda 626 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1949 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mazda 626 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1949 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, 1992 Mazda 626 (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Citroen 2CV | 1992 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 2CV | 626 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
