1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 2005 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 952 kg more than 1955 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, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 2005 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 2CV | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1552 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 74 L |
