1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze
To start off, 1994 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Plymouth Breeze is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (161 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (115 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Plymouth Breeze weights approximately 257 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 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 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 1994 Plymouth Breeze (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Plymouth Breeze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000. 1994 Plymouth Breeze has automatic transmission and 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 has manual transmission. 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Plymouth Breeze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 2000 | 1994 Plymouth Breeze | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Plymouth |
| Model | 2000 | Breeze |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1178 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
