2000 Plymouth Breeze vs. 1956 Rover P4
To start off, 2000 Plymouth Breeze is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Rover P4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Rover P4 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Rover P4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Plymouth Breeze (132 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Rover P4. (108 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Plymouth Breeze should accelerate faster than 1956 Rover P4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Rover P4 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2000 Plymouth Breeze.
Because 1956 Rover P4 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 1956 Rover P4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1956 Rover P4 (206 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1956 Rover P4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Plymouth Breeze. 1956 Rover P4 has automatic transmission and 2000 Plymouth Breeze has manual transmission. 2000 Plymouth Breeze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1956 Rover P4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Plymouth Breeze | 1956 Rover P4 | |
| Make | Plymouth | Rover |
| Model | Breeze | P4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1486 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 52 L |
