1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 1990 Mazda 323
To start off, 1990 Mazda 323 is newer by 31 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 1,720 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 323 (56 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 323 weights approximately 485 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.
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, 1990 Mazda 323 (114 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 1990 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 2CV | 323 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 1720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2460 mm |
