1970 Plymouth Barracuda vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Plymouth Barracuda would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz should accelerate faster than 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Because 1970 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 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz, 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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Plymouth Barracuda | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
Make | Plymouth | Toyota |
Model | Barracuda | Vitz |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3249 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |