1994 Fiat Panda vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 1994 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (175 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1994 Fiat Panda. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 1994 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 1150 kg more than 1994 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Fiat Panda, 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, 1972 Plymouth Fury (394 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Panda | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Fiat | Plymouth |
Model | Panda | Fury |
Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 769 cc | 5897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 175 HP |
Torque | 58 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3060 mm |