1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 50 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 1,998 cc, 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (106 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 327 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.
Because 2000 Mazda Familia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Mazda Familia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | 2CV | Familia |
Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Type | boxer | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 10 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 61 L |