1972 Plymouth Fury vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1972 Plymouth Fury. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 105 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Because 1972 Plymouth Fury 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 1972 Plymouth Fury. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma, 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, 2011 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Plymouth Fury. (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Plymouth Fury.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Plymouth Fury | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Plymouth | Fiat |
Model | Fury | Croma |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5897 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2710 mm |