2009 Kia Magentis vs. 1967 Plymouth Fury
To start off, 2009 Kia Magentis is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Plymouth Fury. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Plymouth Fury would be higher. At 6,295 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Plymouth Fury is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Plymouth Fury (326 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2009 Kia Magentis. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Plymouth Fury should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Plymouth Fury weights approximately 357 kg more than 2009 Kia Magentis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Plymouth Fury. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Magentis, 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, 1967 Plymouth Fury (577 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Magentis. (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Plymouth Fury will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Magentis | 1967 Plymouth Fury | |
| Make | Kia | Plymouth |
| Model | Magentis | Fury |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 6295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 326 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 577 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 94 L |
