2001 Honda Fit vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury

To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 29 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Honda Fit. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 840 kg more than 2001 Honda Fit. 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, 2001 Honda Fit, 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 275 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Fit. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Fit.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Honda Fit 1972 Plymouth Fury
Make Honda Plymouth
Model Fit Fury
Year Released 2001 1972
Body Type Hatchback Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1339 cc 5897 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 85 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5700 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 119 Nm 394 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2400 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 990 kg 1830 kg
Vehicle Length 3840 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 2040 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 3060 mm


 

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