2005 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 33 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 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Fury (225 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 812 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Aveo, 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 (477 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo. (146 Nm). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Aveo | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
Model | Aveo | Fury |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 7205 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 477 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1073 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3060 mm |