1955 Citroen 2CV vs. 1965 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1965 Mazda Familia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 985 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mazda Familia (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1955 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mazda Familia weights approximately 192 kg more than 1955 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, 1965 Mazda Familia (81 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1965 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Citroen 2CV | 1965 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Citroen | Mazda |
| Model | 2CV | Familia |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 425 cc | 985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 600 kg | 792 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2200 mm |
