1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1971 Mazda Cosmo
To start off, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,964 cc, 1971 Mazda Cosmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Cosmo should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Cosmo weights approximately 442 kg more than 1950 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Mazda Cosmo (133 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Cosmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1971 Mazda Cosmo | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 2CV | Cosmo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2210 mm |
