1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1974 Mazda 616
To start off, 1974 Mazda 616 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 616 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 616 (79 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 616 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 616 weights approximately 417 kg more than 1958 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, 1974 Mazda 616 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 616 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Citroen 2CV | 1974 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 2CV | 616 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2480 mm |
