1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Mazda 2
To start off, 2013 Mazda 2 is newer by 63 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda 2 weights approximately 545 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, 2013 Mazda 2 (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 2CV | 2 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 43 L |
