1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 55 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 2 weights approximately 465 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.
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 2 (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 2CV | 2 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 424 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 60 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 43 L |
