2002 Mini One vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2002 Mini One is newer by 30 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 86 more horse power than 2002 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 2002 Mini One. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 790 kg more than 2002 Mini One. 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, 2002 Mini One, 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mini One.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Mini One | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Mini | Plymouth |
Model | One | Fury |
Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3060 mm |