1950 Citroen 2CV vs. 2000 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 852 kg more than 1950 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, 2000 Plymouth Breeze (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Citroen 2CV | 2000 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
| Model | 2CV | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 498 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 79 L |
