1951 Citroen 2CV vs. 1978 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1978 Mazda Familia is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,272 cc, 1978 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mazda Familia weights approximately 289 kg more than 1951 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, 1978 Mazda Familia (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1978 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 2CV | 1978 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 2CV | Familia |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1272 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 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 515 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2270 mm |
