1969 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2010 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 235 kg more than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Plymouth Barracuda 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 1969 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Fiorino, 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (251 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (190 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | 2010 Fiat Fiorino | |
| Make | Plymouth | Fiat |
| Model | Barracuda | Fiorino |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
