1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 1975 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1975 Mazda Familia is newer by 25 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 1,271 cc, 1975 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mazda Familia weights approximately 302 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, 1975 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 1975 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 2CV | Familia |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1271 cc |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
