1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 53 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (13 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 950 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Citroen 2CV | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Citroen | Mazda |
Model | 2CV | 5 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 425 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 13 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 60 L |