1942 Fiat 500 vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Fury is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Fury (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1942 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Fiat 500 | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
| Model | 500 | Fury |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3060 mm |
