1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2010 Mazda Premacy is newer by 60 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda Premacy (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 852 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.
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, 2010 Mazda Premacy (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 2010 Mazda Premacy | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 2CV | Premacy |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 58 L |
