1948 Citroen 2CV vs. 1967 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1967 Plymouth Fury is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 6,295 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Plymouth Fury (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 1277 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Plymouth Fury is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Plymouth Fury. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 2CV, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Plymouth Fury (577 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 554 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV. 1967 Plymouth Fury has automatic transmission and 1948 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1948 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 Plymouth Fury will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Citroen 2CV | 1967 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | 2CV | Fury |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 6295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 9 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 577 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 682 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 94 L |
