1960 Citroen 2CV vs. 1996 Plymouth Voyager
To start off, 1996 Plymouth Voyager is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Plymouth Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (11 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Plymouth Voyager should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Plymouth Voyager weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1960 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, 1996 Plymouth Voyager (262 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Plymouth Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Citroen 2CV | 1996 Plymouth Voyager | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | 2CV | Voyager |
Year Released | 1960 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 375 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 11 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 22 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2880 mm |