2005 Citroen C1 vs. 1972 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2005 Citroen C1 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 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 108 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 955 kg more than 2005 Citroen C1. 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 Citroen C1, 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 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C1 | 1972 Plymouth Fury | |
Make | Citroen | Plymouth |
Model | C1 | Fury |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 5897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 394 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3060 mm |