1958 Citroen 2CV vs. 1990 Mazda 626
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 32 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1958 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 570 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1990 Mazda 626 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Citroen 2CV | 1990 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | 2CV | 626 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 850 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 24 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 50 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |