1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1971 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1971 Mazda Luce is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mazda Luce weights approximately 550 kg more than 1959 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, 1971 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1971 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 2CV | Luce |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 13 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
